Why are budgie smugglers called that?

Why are budgie smugglers called that?

(swimming costume): A jocular reference to a man’s tight-fitting swimming costume or swimsuit appearing as if he has a budgerigar concealed inside it, ie. his bulging genitals.

Who started budgie smugglers?

founder Adam Linforth
Budgy Smuggler is an iconic Australian swimwear. Now an international success, founder Adam Linforth, shares his success story.

Can you return budgie smugglers?

Returns/Exchanges When our flock is happy, we’re happy. We want you to feel free as a bird when Smuggling. If for any reason you aren’t feeling 100% satisfied with your Smugglers, you may return the item(s) you’ve purchased for a full refund inclusive of the original shipping costs.

What is a smuggler in British slang?

(smʌgləʳ ) Word forms: plural smugglers. countable noun. Smugglers are people who take things or people into or out of a country illegally.

What is a budgie in British slang?

British Dictionary definitions for budgie budgie. / (ˈbʌdʒɪ) / noun. informal short for budgerigar.

Why do Australians call Speedos budgie smugglers?

The colloquial Australian-English noun budgie smuggler(s) denotes a pair of short, tight-fitting men’s swimming trunks. Indeed, so vulgar and gross were these male mating displays on public beaches that the Aussies came up with an expression for the abbreviated Speedo—the budgie smuggler.

Are Speedos common in Australia?

Aussie society is quite progressive by comparison to a lot of other countries, Speedos are common apparel for swimming and beaches here.

What is a smuggler slang?

a person who imports or exports goods secretly and illegally.

What is a budgie in Ireland?

Budgie buddies Budgies are the most popular birds in Irish households. They are not difficult to keep, are very sociable, tame and quick to learn. The experts from Maxi Zoo explain what bird lovers should observe when keeping these little parrots.