Oracle 's definitions

metrocab

The other approved model of London "Black cab", constructed of GRP in Tamworth. Favoured by some taxi drivers due to price. Boxy design (looks like a cross between an old volvo and a bus) means nowhere near as famous as the London Taxi. See also plastic pig.

Im not hailing that metrocab

by oracle August 19, 2004

Harringay

Obscure area of north London, between Finsbury Park and Wood Green. Built in late 19th century, home to large Turkish population and (several) students due to low rents. The main street, Green Lanes is the home of the kebab and gun crime. Often confused with Haringey, the London borough which contains Harringay (the area).

"Lock the doors- we're driving through Harringay"

by oracle September 6, 2004

M42

Large car park near Birmingham and Tamworth. Used as storage area for traffic cones and occasionally as motorway. See M25.

Im stuck on the M42

by oracle February 5, 2004

midlands

By far the best part of England.

BBC midlands today

by oracle March 12, 2004

lambeth walk

To walk very fast to avoid being mugged, as in Lambeth, S London.

...Doing the Lambeth walk...OI!

by oracle March 12, 2004

bollix

Alternative (eg internet) spelling of bollocks, as used by Gav Bell.

On msn: "bollix left me fukin mobile at uni"

by oracle March 12, 2004

delays

Polite way of saying "fucked up" from a position of public responsibility.

"There are delays on the bakerloo line / M6 / completing wembley stadium.

by oracle March 12, 2004