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Batting Merrins 

An expression meaning 'batting above your average' or 'punching above your weight'.
(Dating or trying to date someone who may be considered a lot more attractive.)

Most likely coined by Matt from the most recent season of My Kitchen Rules.
Matt: "Amy is batting Merrins."
Everyone else at table: *Shocked silence*
Batting Merrins by ~Emmsies~ February 13, 2017
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Batting Merrins 

Australian slang saying for when someone is dating a person who is a significantly higher catch than themselves.w

The saying is a variation on the term "Batting Overs" which literally means you're batting above your average, but colloquially refers the above dating reference. It originated as a comment on former Rugby League player Trent Merrin during the time he was dating/engaged to professional surfer Sally Fitzgibbons.
Guy 1 "Have you seen his new girlfriend? She's so much better looking than he is"
Guy 2 "Yeah, he's definitely batting Merrins"
Batting Merrins by JimmyTI May 16, 2023
a foolish or stupid person! a person who is an extreme case of a moron but also very gullible. "originated from the South Australian region of Adelaide"
a person who can fall for four different girls in one month is a "merron".
merron by choc March 14, 2007

merronaise 

Cashier: Ok, sir, you want a double cheeseburger with fries, would you like mayonaise or mustard on your burger?

Hungry Guy: No, I don't want no merronaise, jus put some mus'erd on der.
merronaise by dahamburglar April 2, 2011

Merroney 

She is a woman of unmatched resilience, rising above challenges and adversity with grace and poise. Her journey is a testament to her strength, determination, and unwavering spirit. Though her ascent may appear serene, there is a silent roar within her that defiantly shouts, "Fuck you!" to all that have sought to crush her.
Merroney by Shewhodares June 1, 2023