Have one over (the) eight In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "have one over (the) eight", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-11-14 04:11

Meaning of Have one over (the) eight

Synonyms:

be one over eight

Have one over (the) eight British informal verb phrase UK slang

To be mildly inebriated.

He had one over eight when he left the bar.

I think you should drive Lisa home, she had one over the eight.

I had one over eight and couldn't think straight.

Other phrases about:

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To be very drunk

as pissed as a fart

To be very drunk

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1. To stretch or lengthen something, usually a string or cord of some type

2. To extend, postpone, or make longer than it usually would

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1. Be foolish or stupid

2. Be drunk

skinful

1. The full capacity of a skin container.

2. An amount of alcohol that is enough to get drunk

Grammar and Usage of Have one over (the) eight

Verb Forms

  • to have one over (the) eight
  • has one over (the) eight
  • had one over (the) eight
  • having one over (the) eight

The verb "have" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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