vicky
n.— «This was an occasion—metaphorically speaking—for the two-fingered gesture which is known in Glasgow as “flashin’ the Vicky,” as Hearts flaunted the superiority over Rangers they have enjoyed throughout this season by fielding what was effectively a reserve team.» —“McLeish takes his leave with hollow victory” by Roddy Forsyth Telegraph (London, England) May 8, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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