"bachelor's handbag" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: bachelor's handbags [plural]
Etymology: From bachelor + -'s + handbag, apparently from the observation that single men would rather purchase the ready-to-eat poultry in a bag than cook it themselves. Etymology templates: {{af|en|bachelor|-'s|handbag}} bachelor + -'s + handbag Head templates: {{en-noun}} bachelor's handbag (plural bachelor's handbags)
  1. (Australia, slang) A roast chicken sold in a disposable plastic carry bag with a handle. Tags: Australia, slang Categories (topical): Foods Categories (lifeform): Chickens Synonyms: Bachelor's Handbag

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