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doing the dutch
What does doing the dutch mean?
A euphemism for taking one's own life while incarcerated.
"They put him on watch so he wouldn't do the Dutch."
Origin
From older slang 'the Dutch act' for suicide.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'doing the dutch' mean?
It's a euphemism for taking one's own life while incarcerated.
Where does 'doing the dutch' come from?
It comes from older slang, 'the Dutch act,' which meant suicide.
How is 'doing the dutch' used?
You might hear 'They put him on watch so he wouldn't do the Dutch,' meaning to prevent a suicide.
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