What it means
Short for marvellous, used as a laid-back bit of praise when something’s gone better than expected. You’ll hear it said with a wink, like you’re being dead sincere but not taking yourself too seriously. Works great for a top roast, a tidy plan, or a bargain that’s actually decent. You can even chuck it in a text.
Usage examples
"That roast was proper marv, mate, Yorkshires doing bits and the gravy was banging. I’m having a nap after this, no arguments."
"The weather held all weekend, the food was spot on, honestly the whole trip was marv."
"She fixed the boiler in ten minutes flat, absolute marv, we owe her a proper cup of tea."
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