Traditional
Still common
Definition
A school canteen.
Example Sentence
"I've got tuckshop duty this Friday."
Where "Tuckshop" Comes From
"Tuckshop" combines "tucker" (food) with "shop", describing the small canteen found at Australian schools.
It's been the standard term for generations, often run partly by volunteer parents.
How Aussies Actually Use It
It's used for the on-site shop where students buy lunch, snacks, and drinks during the school day.
Tuckshop menus and volunteer rosters are a familiar feature of Australian school life.
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