Prat about

Prat about

/ˌpræt əˈbaʊt/
Verb General British

British slang meaning to act foolishly, waste time.

Etymology & History

British behave foolishly. From 'prat' (fool). British behavior criticism. Working-class British time-wasting description. Reflects British foolishness vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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