Mad as a box of frogs

Mad as a box of frogs

/ˌmæd əz ə bɒks əv ˈfrɒɡz/
Phrase General British

British expression meaning very crazy.

Etymology & History

British expression meaning very crazy. Humorous intensifier. 'Mad as a hatter', 'mad as a March hare' are related. The vivid simile is British creative insulting.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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