take the rap en · VERB
Pronunciation
- (Australia) audio
Meanings
- (idiomatic, slang) To be blamed or punished for something, especially for the wrongful actions of another; to willingly allow oneself to be so blamed or punished.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| taken the rap | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| took the rap | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| taking the rap | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| takes the rap | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |
Relateds
bum rap · beat the rap · take the heat
Synonyms
Translations (1)
pt arcar com as culpas (take the blame)