Acting the maggot In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "acting the maggot", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-10-31 08:10

Meaning of Acting the maggot (redirected from act the maggot )

Synonyms:

act/play the goat , act/play the fool , fool around

Act the maggot phrase

To act in a funny or playful way, usually to entertain others.

 

The baby seems to like me to act the maggot.

The clown was acting the maggot and the kids couldn't stop laughing.

To act in a way showing a lack of thought, responsibility, or maturity.
 

Stop acting the maggot John! You're not a child anymore!

Despite being a grown-up man, John is always acting the maggot!

Grammar and Usage of Act the maggot

Verb Forms

  • acted the maggot
  • acting the maggot

The verb "act" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Act the maggot

This phrase originating from Limerick, Ireland.

The Origin Cited: Urban Dictionary .
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