ass over teacups
Commonly used in North America, this humorous expression describes a chaotic fall or a state of disarray.
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Definition
B2Everyday Conversation
(informal, colloquial)Falling or tumbling in a dramatic and uncontrolled manner.
Example
- He tripped on the curb and went ass over teacups.
B2Everyday Conversation
(informal, colloquial)Being in a state of complete disarray or confusion.
Example
- After the surprise announcement, the office was ass over teacups.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ass over teacups":
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