Piss Off

Piss Off

/ˌpɪs ˈɒf/ /pɪs ɒf/
Phrase 46

Go away (said rudely)

Example Sentences

"Piss off and leave me alone!"
"Why don't you just piss off?"
"Piss off!"

Etymology & History

From 'piss' (Old French pissier, to urinate) + 'off'. Vulgar slang usage emerged in British English, early-to-mid 20th century.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Vulgar
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Formality
Slang

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