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'