As pissed as a fart In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "as pissed as a fart", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jimmy Hung calendar 2022-02-02 07:02

Meaning of As pissed as a fart

Synonyms:

pissed out of one's mind

Variants:

(as) pissed as a newt

As pissed as a fart British vulgar slang simile

The noun "fart" can be replaced by "newt".

To be awfully drunk to the point of losing all cognitive function

I think you should call a cab to get home because you're as pissed as a fart.

Randy was pissed as a fart at the party and didn't recall what had happened.

Other phrases about:

(as) pissed as a newt

To be very drunk

string out

1. To stretch or lengthen something, usually a string or cord of some type

2. To extend, postpone, or make longer than it usually would

can't see a hole in a ladder

1. Be foolish or stupid

2. Be drunk

skinful

1. The full capacity of a skin container.

2. An amount of alcohol that is enough to get drunk

on the blink

1. Not functioning properly

2. Drunken

Origin of As pissed as a fart

Royal Navy junior ensigns. (Image Source: DailyMail)

The expression came from Nelson's time. At that time, Royal Navy junior ensigns were known as "newts." Since they were so young, they can get drunk easily with just a little amount of rum.

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