ass over teakettle
The phrase "ass over teakettle" is an informal idiom used in North American English to describe sudden falls or states of confusion.
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Definition
B2Casual Conversation
(informal, slang)To fall or tumble in a sudden and uncontrolled manner.
Example
- He tripped on the curb and went ass over teakettle.
B2Describing Situations
(informal, slang)To be thrown into a state of confusion or disarray.
Example
- After the surprise announcement, the office was ass over teakettle.
Similar
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