An updated, shortened version of an older English greeting. The 17th century "What cheer?" became "Wotcher?" with assorted spelling (bein' 'as 'ow it's spoken English)
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1. An exclamation of surprise, chiefly British, meaning the equivalent of "watch out" or "watch it".
2. When used nonchalantly, can also mean something similar to "take care", or "good luck".
1.
James: (upon nearly stepping in a pothole) Wotcher!
2.
Greg: I've got three exams tomorrow.
James: Ooh.. wotcher.
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