GCB 1
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class
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bungalow
Detailed etymology
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noun
- a type of landed property in Singapore which fulfils certain requirements, such as having a minimum of 1,400 square metres of land area and being located in specified Good-Class Bungalow Areas. They are only allowed to be purchased and owned by Singaporean citizens, and are often seen as a prestigious status symbol of the richest of the rich in Singapore. Some may have historical and cultural significance in and of themselves, such as the preserved colonial black-and-white houses that are mostly owned by the state.[1][2]
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GCB 2
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good
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Christian
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boy
Detailed etymology
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noun
- (slightly derogatory) a young man or boy who (at least in public presentation) is a staunch Christian, stays away from vices, dresses modestly, often listens to gospel music or Christian rock, and enjoys broadcasting their faithfulness and devoutness on social media such as by regularly posting Bible verses. Often includes several negative stereotypes, such as a tendency to moralize and evangelize without social or self-awareness, having a very narrow worldview, and being oblivious to the extent of their own unintentional or intentional racism, prejudices, condescension, etc.
usage notes
The male equivalent of a GCG. Also used in other Englishes, such as in some parts of the USA.