(Australia) A large, full beard, as worn by the bushranger Ned Kelly (1854-1880).
(Australia) A large, full beard, as worn by the bushranger Ned Kelly (1854-1880).
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(slang, chiefly, AU) A figure or person akin to the iconic Australian bushranger Ned Kelly, typically denoting someone with audacious recklessness or morally questionable business dealings, or who opposes or defies authority.
(slang, chiefly, AU) A figure or person who, like Ned Kelly, shows great bravery, daring, tenacity, or ferocity.
(slang, chiefly, AU) An instance of behaviour that exemplifies such characteristics.
(AU, simile, informal) Extremely game or courageous.
(Australia) Brave, daring, full of pluck, willing.