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General Slang
Since Jesus was a corporal
sins JEE-zus wuz uh KOR-pruhl · phrase · slang
For an extremely long time.
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A humorous expression meaning something has been the case for ages.
“We've done it that way since Jesus was a corporal.”
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Since Jesus was a corporal In A Sentence
We've done it that way since Jesus was a corporal.
Origin & Usage
U.S. Marine Corps slang.
People Also Ask
What does 'since Jesus was a corporal' mean?
It is a jokey way of saying something has been true or has been happening for an extremely long time.
How is the phrase used?
It exaggerates how long a practice or condition has lasted, as in 'we've done it that way since Jesus was a corporal.'
Is it offensive?
It is meant as light humor rather than a religious insult, but as with any joke using a religious figure, some listeners may find it irreverent.
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