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raspberry
What does raspberry mean?
A derisive noise made with the tongue and lips; from 'raspberry tart' = fart.
"The crowd blew a raspberry when the ref made that call."
Origin
Clip of 'raspberry tart' ('tart' rhymes with 'fart'); 'blowing a raspberry' is now standard English.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'blowing a raspberry' mean?
It's making a rude, farting-like noise with your tongue and lips to show mockery or contempt.
Where does 'raspberry' for that noise come from?
From Cockney rhyming slang 'raspberry tart' — 'tart' rhymes with 'fart'. It's now standard English.
How do you use it?
You 'blow a raspberry' at someone, e.g. 'the crowd blew a raspberry when the ref made that call'.
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