handbags
What is another word for handbags? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Interjection — (British, informal, humorous) Said when a heated argument or petty squabble is more show than substance; roughly "calm down."
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Etymology
From the phrase "handbags at dawn," a joking reference to a fight that's all bluster and no real violence, likened to two people swinging handbags rather than fists.
Full origin of handbags →Frequently asked questions
What does “handbags” mean?
The word “handbags” means (British, informal, humorous) Said when a heated argument or petty squabble is more show than substance; roughly "calm down.".
How do you use “handbags” in a sentence?
Here is “handbags” used in a sentence: “"Handbags!" someone shouted as the two players squared up without throwing a punch.”
What part of speech is “handbags”?
“Handbags” is an interjection.
Related words
handbags at dawn
the handbags come out
