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shoey

The act of drinking from a shoe, usually as a celebration or dare.

In a sentence

The driver celebrated on the podium with a shoey.

Where it came from

The Australian National Dictionary Centre records “Shoey” in Australian usage. Its deeper origin remains uncertain.

Initial era
2000–today
Where used
Australian use; no narrower regional pattern established

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