adj

Brahms

Brahms (adj) means British slang for drunk. Example: “He was completely Brahms by the end of the wedding reception.”

adj

British slang for drunk.

"He was completely Brahms by the end of the wedding reception."

How to use Brahms

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishInformal British slang meaning drunk, from a rhyme with the composer's name.

When to use it

Very informal and dated slang, mostly heard in older British speech rather than everyday use today.

Easily confused with

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He was completely _____ by the end of the wedding reception.

Cockney rhyming slang: "Brahms and Liszt" rhymes with "pissed," British slang for drunk.

What does “Brahms” mean?

The word “Brahms” means british slang for drunk. In plain terms, informal British slang meaning drunk, from a rhyme with the composer's name.

How do you use “Brahms” in a sentence?

Here is “Brahms” used in a sentence: “He was completely Brahms by the end of the wedding reception.”

What part of speech is “Brahms”?

“Brahms” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of Brahms?

"Brahms" (adj) means british slang for drunk.