bum rap
The phrase "bum rap" is used primarily in informal American English to describe false accusations or undeserved criticisms.
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Definition
C1Legal
(informal, american)A false or unjust accusation leading to punishment, often imprisonment.
Example
- He spent ten years in prison on a bum rap.
C1General
(informal, american)An undeservedly negative opinion or reputation.
Example
- The new policy got a bum rap from the media.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bum rap":
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