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big girl's blouse

(informal, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, derogatory) An effeminate or weak man, a sissy.

ˈbɪɡ ˈɡɝlz ˈblaʊsDocumented since 1960s1960sGen Xhistorical154 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(informal, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, derogatory) An effeminate or weak man, a sissy.

Origin: First recorded (1969) in the television sitcom Nearest and Dearest, used by the character Nellie Pledge (played by comedienne Hylda Baker). It has been suggested that Baker had previously used this expression in her stage act. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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