stupid tax en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From the fact that gambling has a great unlikelihood of yielding monetary return, and is therefore supposedly engaged in only by stupid people as a form of penalty for their stupidity.
Meanings
- (slang, uncountable, usually) Money spent on gambling, such as sports betting or lotteries.
- (broadly, slang, uncountable, usually) Money spent on something considered an illogical or unintelligent purchase.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| stupid taxes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
Translations (1)
cmn 智商稅 /智商税 (money spent on something illogical)