Skinchies

Expression used by children in NE England, whereby you cross your fingers and shout "Skinchies" to be safe or claim immunity when playing a game.

Can be nullified by another player shouting "Nae skinchies!" while your fingers are uncrossed.

“I'm not out I've got skinchies.”
"You can't tag me, I've got skinchies."

by BigScotsLass October 31, 2014

skinchy

Being extremely stingy.

"Bring me more food and don't be so skinchy on the vino"

by js2014 April 2, 2014