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fart off

C1 slang intransitive
In simple words

A very rude way to tell someone to go away, or to describe someone leaving.

Literal meaning: 'Fart' + 'off' — the combination implies a dismissal as contemptuous as the act itself.

Meanings

1 C1 idiomatic slang

A rude imperative meaning 'go away' or 'leave me alone.'

"He told the persistent salesman to fart off and shut the door."

2 C1 idiomatic slang

To leave or go away, especially in a careless or irresponsible way.

"He just farted off without telling anyone where he was going."

Usage notes

British slang. Very impolite. Used to dismiss someone rudely or to describe someone departing in a foolish or irresponsible way. ESL learners should recognise but not use this in most situations.

Commonly used with

just go on quickly and leave why don't you

Forms

Base
fart off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
farts off
he/she/it
Past simple
farted off
yesterday
Past participle
farted off
have + pp
-ing form
farting off
continuous

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