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Uplorry, Singlish Slang.

A word-for-word translation of the Hokkien words 'ki(2) chia(1)', meaning to get on the (funeral) car; refers to the loading of a coffin into a funeral car. Traditonally, lorries were used instead of modern casket cars or minivans.

Commonly used to describe the passing of a person, or an unfortunate event.

The motorcyclist who met with an accident on PIE has up lorry.

My PSP up lorry yesterday. I need to get a new one.

"My office's Internet connection is up lorry, still", exclaimed Ris Low.

Property prices will up lorry soon. You'd better sell your flat.


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