my foot

English

Pronunciation

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Interjection

my foot

  1. (idiomatic) Indicates disapproval, disregard, disdain, disgust or disbelief.
    Aerodynamics, my foot! The thing drives like a billboard.
    • 1988, Roald Dahl, Matilda:
      "He's clever at his business," Matilda said.
      "Clever my foot!" the Trunchbull shouted.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see my, foot.

Usage notes

  • Often used as a minced oath of my ass.

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