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dog's bollocks
DOGZ-BOL-ucks · noun · vulgar
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dog's bollocks In A Sentence
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British slang, mid-20th century; the 'bollocks' here is a term of high praise.
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What does 'dog's bollocks' mean?
It means something excellent or first-rate — the very best of its kind.
Why does 'bollocks' mean good here?
Oddly, while 'bollocks' usually means nonsense or rubbish, in 'the dog's bollocks' it flips to become high praise.
Is 'dog's bollocks' rude?
It's mildly vulgar because of the word 'bollocks', but it's used warmly and admiringly, not as an insult.
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