send to the glue factory
The phrase "send to the glue factory" originates from the practice of using the remains of old or injured horses to produce glue, symbolizing the end of usefulness.
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Definition
C1Animal Care
(euphemistic)To euthanize, typically referring to a horse that is no longer useful or healthy.
Example
- The old racehorse was sadly sent to the glue factory after its injury.
B2General
(humorous, informal)To retire or remove someone or something from service due to obsolescence or ineffectiveness.
Example
- After years of dedicated work, the old computer was finally sent to the glue factory.
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