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taking the piss
TAY-king-thuh-PISS · phrase · vulgar
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taking the piss In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
British and Australasian vulgar idiom meaning to mock or exploit.
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What does taking the piss mean?
It means making fun of someone, or behaving unreasonably or cheekily, such as charging far too much.
Is taking the piss offensive?
It's mildly vulgar due to 'piss', but it's everyday informal slang in Britain and Australasia, not deeply offensive.
How do you use taking the piss in a sentence?
You'd say 'Fifty bucks for that? They're taking the piss,' meaning the price is unreasonable or they're having a laugh at your expense.
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