come a gutser
An informal expression from Australia and New Zealand used to describe an embarrassing failure or a heavy fall.
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Definition
C1General
(informal, slang)To experience an embarrassing failure or mishap.
Example
- He came a gutser during the presentation and forgot all his lines.
B2General
(informal, slang)To fall heavily or awkwardly.
Example
- She came a gutser while trying to jump over the fence.
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