A surname
used in the
UK to 'pass off' or satisfy someone who is pestering you for information. 'Gubbins' is mainly
used when individuals need a quick answer to questions they do not wish to entertain.
'Hey, can you get me guest list for Saturday?'
'Yeah... use Gubbins at the door'
'Do you know who is responsible for the coffee
machine in this
office?'
'Yeah... I
think it's Gubbins'