go for a burton
The phrase "go for a burton" is an informal British expression originating from RAF slang during World War II, often used to describe failure, ruin, or death.
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Definition
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(informal, british)To be ruined, lost, or destroyed.
Example
- After the storm, our garden shed has gone for a burton.
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(informal, british)To die or be killed.
Example
- We thought he had gone for a burton when he didn't return from the hike.
Similar
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