Back of Rackhams

Back of Rackhams

BAK of RAK-amz bak ɒv ˈrakəmz
Phrase

Remote or far away place.

Example Sentences

"He lives back of Rackhams."
"Out back of Rackhams."

Etymology & History

Brummie expression for distant place. Rackhams was Birmingham department store.

Word Details

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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1900s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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