On the never-never meaning

What does the saying 'On the never-never' mean?

Idiom: On the never-never

Meaning:

If you buy something on the never-never, you buy it on long-term credit.

Country: British English British English | Subject Area: Money | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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