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what does 'Waggin' School' mean in Australian slang

“Waggin’ School” in Australian slang means skipping school / playing truant — basically, not going to class when you’re supposed to.

How it’s used

People might say:

  • “He was waggin’ school yesterday.”
  • “She’s wagging school again.”

It’s a very Aussie way of saying someone is ditching class, and in some places you may also hear “jigging” for the same idea.

Small nuance

Some sources note that this slang has also been used more broadly in Australian English and may sound a bit old-fashioned or regional depending on where you are.

TL;DR: “Waggin’ School” = cutting class / skipping school.