adjective General Slang

bonzer

BON-zer · adjective · informal

Excellent; first-rate.

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Definitions

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Very good, great or excellent; now somewhat old-fashioned.

“What a bonzer day for the beach.”
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bonzer In A Sentence

What a bonzer day for the beach.

Origin & Usage

Early 20th-century Australian; possibly from 'bonanza' or French 'bon'.

Variants bonzabonza

People Also Ask

What does 'bonzer' mean?

It means excellent, first-rate or great. A 'bonzer' day is a really good one.

Where does 'bonzer' come from?

It's early 20th-century Australian slang, possibly derived from 'bonanza' or the French 'bon' meaning good.

Is 'bonzer' still used?

It's now fairly old-fashioned and can sound nostalgic, but it's still understood and used for effect.

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