Dead drunk.
Up the pole
Dead drunk.
Example Sentences
"You should hear how they use 'Up the pole' in Britain."
"It's quite common to say 'Up the pole' in the UK."
Etymology & History
Emerges from British pub culture, a central institution in British social life since the medieval period. Drinking terminology is particularly rich in British English, reflecting the cultural importance of the public house.
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
Informal
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