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Smoko

Common
Australia, New ZealandAustralian, WorkReviewed 30 July 2026

QUICK MEANING

Primary slang meaning

A short work break, whether or not anyone smokes.

EXAMPLE““Smoko,” the speaker said in a casual Australian conversation.”
USED BYGeneral
POPULARITYCommon
SAFETYGenerally safe
CATEGORYAustralian, Work
REGIONAustralia, New Zealand
TONECasual and context-dependent

ALSO WRITTEN AS

smoke-o

DETAILED EXPLANATION

A short work break, whether or not anyone smokes. SlangCheck classifies this entry under Australian, Work and records its main region as Australia, New Zealand. Usage can shift between communities, so the surrounding sentence and tone should be considered.

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🌐Global
stable
52/100 · checked 30 July 2026
🇺🇸United States
stable
22/100 · checked 30 July 2026
🇦🇺Australia
stable
96/100 · checked 30 July 2026

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EDITORIAL RESEARCH

Reviewed entry

Regional and community usage reviewed for the Stage 3 master batch.

Good confidence · 86%Last checked 30 July 2026Batch STAGE3-2026-07-30
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