Meaning of the word "get the bird" in English
What does "get the bird" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
get the bird
US /ɡɛt ðə bɜrd/
UK /ɡɛt ðə bɜːd/
Idiom
1.
to be dismissed from employment; to be fired
Example:
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After that mistake, he was sure he would get the bird.
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If you keep coming late, you'll eventually get the bird.
2.
to be hissed at or booed by an audience
Example:
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The comedian's jokes were so bad, he started to get the bird from the crowd.
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The unpopular politician expected to get the bird during his speech.
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