British expression meaning extremely happy.
Over the moon
Example Sentences
"Hey Diddle Diddle"
Etymology & History
British extremely happy. British joy expression. Football manager British cliché. 'Over the moon' British delight. Working-class British happiness. Reflects British astronomical happiness metaphor.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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