General
g'way outta that
What does g'way outta that mean?
An expression of disbelief, dismissal or modest deflection of a compliment. From 'get away out of that'.
"'You look great.' 'G'way outta that, would you stop.'"
Origin
Contracted Hiberno-English idiom.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'g'way outta that' mean?
It expresses disbelief, dismissal or a modest deflection of a compliment, like 'get away with you'.
Where does 'g'way outta that' come from?
It is a contracted Hiberno-English idiom, squeezed down from 'get away out of that'.
How do you use 'g'way outta that'?
Often to brush off praise, e.g. 'You look great.' 'G'way outta that, would you stop.' It can also mean you don't believe what you've been told.
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