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battyatrics
A word of Jamaican origin formed by the contraction of the words "batty" and "theatrics". Although contrary to is literal meaning of "a theatrical act of gayness", "battyatrics" can be defined as an act or event either slightly or extraordinarily foolish (as if shamefully theatrically performed) consequently conveying an air of discontent to all present or involved. This words can be used interchangeably with the derogatory saying: "That was gay."
ex1
Employee 1: Did you see that shit the boss pulled at work today?
Employee 2: Yeah playa, that shit was pure battyatrics! **add jamaican (or Jafakan if it sounds poor) accent for effect**
ex2
That was gay or That was pure battyatrics
Employee 1: Did you see that shit the boss pulled at work today?
Employee 2: Yeah playa, that shit was pure battyatrics! **add jamaican (or Jafakan if it sounds poor) accent for effect**
ex2
That was gay or That was pure battyatrics
battyatrics by duttydreadd December 7, 2010
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Báttya
It is a slang used by Hungarian speakers. Originates from the word "Bátty" which means "brother (male)". It is mainly used in rural areas and in some districts of Budapest (Mainly district 8 and 9 and some of the 10s). The slang was started by gypsies, its a friendly way of invocation between males, but is often used with females as well.
"Mi újság báttya?" - "Whats up bro?"
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