bum note en · NOUN
Meanings
- (derogatory, slang) A note that is played incorrectly.
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(derogatory, figuratively, slang) A social or conversational mistake; an awkward or inappropriate action.
'I'm going for a pint.' Declan paused on the way out. 'You really think Ethan's that good? There could be money in it?' He realised he had struck a bum note.
2013, Alan Gibbons, Raining Fire:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bum notes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |