Corrieface's definitions

Webstache

The style of facial hair that perfectly suits the wearers face. Popularised by the Coronation Street character Kevin Webster who wore Britain's most celebrated moustache in the 80's

You need to regrow your goattee. It was your absolute Webstache.

by Corrieface November 12, 2020

Bet Lynched

To verbally destroy someone. Term became widely used as a result of the British Soap Opera character Bet Lynch, a wise cracking barmaid famous for put downs.

Don't nit pick with them. Last time I did I got Bet Lynched.

by Corrieface November 12, 2020

Built to Ken

When a product is built to last a longer than expected. Inspired by the British Soap character Ken Barlow who has featured in the show Coronation Street for 60 years.

This Sharpie still hasn't run out. Say what you like about Sharpies but they are built to Ken.

by Corrieface November 12, 2020

Déjà Fred

When someone experiences a Déjà vu of a humorous moments. Inspired by the character Fred Elliot from the British Soap Coronation Street who was famous for repeating himself, in particular with the well known phrase 'I say, I say'.

I swear I had a Déjà Fred when you tripped over that Oasis Bottle

by Corrieface November 12, 2020

Raquel Watts

A life long goal that, even if attained, is not right for you and your happiness. This references how the British TV character Curly Watts obsessed over the model barmaid Raquel Watts only to eventually marry her and discover the relationship wasn't meant to be.

Don't apply for Love Island. Even if you get famous it will turn out to be your Raquel Watts.

by Corrieface November 12, 2020

Find your Hayley

Finding your soulmate. This phrase was made famous by the soap opera Coronation Street where the long suffering, lonely character of Roy Cropper, in fifties found his soulmate Hayley.

Forget about Tinder. Just live your life and you will find your Hayley.

by Corrieface November 12, 2020

Maya

A Monday where everything goes wrong. Inspired by the episode of the British Soap Opera Coronation Street in which the characters Dev and Sunita are kidnapped and locked in burning building by Dev's ex girlfriend Maya Sharma on a Monday

I had an absolute Maya last week. I broke my leg, lost my debit card and my rash started eczema itching again

by Corrieface November 11, 2020