To put in maximum effort.
Give it bifters
GIV it BIF-terz
ɡɪv ɪt ˈbɪftərz
Phrase
Example Sentences
"Give it bifters!"
"Giving it bifters."
Etymology & History
Mancunian expression for trying hard. From bifter (cigarette) implying intensity.
Word Details
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Region
Manchester
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Era
1990s
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Formality
informal
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