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by shorty on November 7th, 2008

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In U.K, when someone says 'Matey' does that mean a friend that's a female or can it be for both genders just the same as 'Mate'?

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  • by Lovehearts on November 9th, 2008

    Lovehearts

    It's both.

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  • by jangobean on November 9th, 2008

    jangobean

    It's mainly used for men, but can be used for women.

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  • by tessa 5 on November 9th, 2008

    tessa 5

    hi,it can mean both genders...regards...tessa5

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