I’m not a native English speaker, but I do get most of the slangs. Still, this one got me puzzled 🤔… I really can’t see any relation to motors or boats in this.

  • Ricaz@lemmy.world
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    Not really, it’s just a fun expression. Kinda sounds like a propeller in the water.