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worn slap out
What does worn slap out mean?
Completely worn out, physically or mentally; dog-tired. "Slap" here is an intensifier.
"After that double shift I'm worn slap out."
Origin
Southern intensifier "slap" (meaning "completely") plus "worn out."
Frequently asked questions
What does "worn slap out" mean?
It means utterly exhausted—completely worn out physically or mentally, dog-tired.
What does "slap" mean in "worn slap out"?
Here "slap" is a Southern intensifier meaning "completely," so "worn slap out" is "completely worn out."
How do you use "worn slap out"?
Use it to describe total exhaustion, as in "After that double shift I'm worn slap out."
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