Tinnie
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The slang or colloquial term tinnie has a variety of meanings, generally derived from some association with the metal tin, or aluminium foil which has a loose allusion to tin.
In New Zealand, a "tinny" is a small package of cannabis wrapped in tin foil, retailing for between NZ$20–25 (depending on the region). A building where such retailing takes place (commonly a superficially unremarkable home) is a "tinnie house". As an indicator to customers it is common-place to throw a pair of sneakers over the power lines outside. Other drugs such as methamphetamine may be available as well. In recent years the term has become not unusual in New Zealand court judgments involving the Misuse of Drugs Act.
Another variant of "tinny" is as a slang term for a can of beer, commonly used in Australia and some parts of the UK. It is also commonly used as slang for a runabout, or a small open aluminium boat commonly used for fishing, recreation or water sports coaching. Most items referred to in this region as "tinnies" are actually made out of aluminium.
In the U.S., a "tinnie" refers to a piece of tin foil that is made into a smoking device, most often for cannabis. It is used when nothing else of use can be found.
Other uses cover certain German medals or shops selling aluminium products.
Tinnies (locality)
One of the medieval Peel towers on the Scottish Borders was at Tinnies.
Other meanings
Colloquially meaning a game in which a group of people jump on top of each other to form a pile. The game is initiated by an individual shouting "Tinnies", then lying face down to allow other players to lie on top, forming the pile. This game is also known by the names "Bundle" or "Pile-on."[citation needed]