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taters in the mould en · ADJ

Meanings

  1. (Cockney, slang) Cold.
    • During my tea round I was called away from my trolley by Bertie Lamptey, a car salesman who was in to have his kidney stones out that afternoon. 'Here, Nurse. I'm Taters in the Mould in here. Close that window would you,' he called out, […] 2014, Sarah Beeson, The New Arrival: Part 2 of 3:
    • The Cat replies, “Well, you wouldn't expect me to appear on your side, would you? It's taters in the mould over there!” by which he means it's cold. Lotus Rose, Dorothy vs. Alice: Lion Six Feet Under (Book 2)

Forms

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more taters in the mould Degree=Cmp lexicographic
most taters in the mould Degree=Sup lexicographic

Synonyms

taters