A reference to the 16th Century. Famously pioneered by Henry VIII a 'Banter Fish' would be given to a court jester for a particularly humorous performance.
Later became shortened and used metaphorically for recognition of a funny joke.
Later became shortened and used metaphorically for recognition of a funny joke.
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New Zealand phrase describing a person who is a renowned shit talker, or one who promises something only to let you down. Derived from buying a piece of deep fried fish only to find that the majority of it is greasy, oil-laden batter, and not fresh, white fish.
John thinks he can do a standing back flip. No way mate, he is no fish all batter!
Rhys keeps telling all his friends that Arsenal have a chance at winning the premier league, what do you think? HAHA what a no fish all batter muppet!!
Rhys keeps telling all his friends that Arsenal have a chance at winning the premier league, what do you think? HAHA what a no fish all batter muppet!!
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