Shout

Shout

British/Australian term meaning buy round of drinks.

Etymology & History

British buy drinks round. British pub tradition. 'My shout' British turn to buy. Australian British usage stronger. Pub round British reciprocity. Reflects British drinking generosity vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
āœ“
Language
Mild
šŸ’¬
Formality
Informal
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