13 definitions by Mr. Yoso

Joe

(Philippine English)

An American.

Used during and after World War II from G.I. Joe

There's American chewing a gum.

Man: Hey Joe!

by Mr. Yoso June 29, 2012

Canteen

(Philippine English borrowed from British English)

Cafeteria.

The canteen is closed.

by Mr. Yoso June 29, 2012

Ball pen (ballpen)

(Philippine English) A ball point pen. Any kind of pen is called ballpen not unless one has to be specific.

A quill can even be called a ballpen. Any kind of writing materials that uses ink are called and referred as ballpen out of convenience.

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May I borrow your ballpen?

Do you have an extra ballpen?

by Mr. Yoso June 28, 2012

Eat-all-you-can

(Philippine English)

All-you-can-eat.

A buffet restaurant.

Eat-all-you-can restaurants are expensive

by Mr. Yoso June 29, 2012

Live-in

An unmarried couple who lives together in a sexual relationship.

Andrea: Where is Thelma?

Sandra: She eloped with her boyfriend

Andrea: So what are they planning to do?

Sandra: I guess they will be live-in for a while

by Mr. Yoso June 29, 2012

Cabaret

(Philippine English) A strip club

Where is the best cabaret in this place?

by Mr. Yoso June 29, 2012