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fuck you money en · NOUN · etymology 1

Pronunciation

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Etymology

Suggesting a dismissive remark to one's employer when leaving.

Meanings

1. (US, slang, uncountable, vulgar) Enough money to leave one's job, etc. and enjoy the lifestyle of one's choice.
   • The concept of Fuck You Money is closely related to the FIRE movement, Alba explained. 2022 March 7, Romano Santos, “What Is ‘Fuck You Money’ and Do You Have Enough of It?”, in Vice:
   • In some circles, the wealth required to burn any bridge you want has a name: “f--k you money.” That's because, well, backed by the First Amendment and a large fortune, you can yell that without consequences to pretty much anyone, save for a judge, a plumber, or a tax assessor. 2016 October 17, Ethan Wolff-Mann, “How Much Money Would You Need to Ditch Your Job—Forever?”, in Money:
   • I've got my fuck you money.

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fuck you money en · NOUN · etymology 2

Pronunciation

• (Australia) audio

Etymology

Suggesting such vast sums of money that the owner can do whatever they want.

Meanings

1. (slang, uncountable, vulgar) Money spent on lavishly expensive things of little to no practical benefit.
   • A solid gold toilet? That's fuck you money.

Forms

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funny money