soup-strainer
Definition
Noun: - Slang for a mustache: A humorous or informal term referring to a man's facial hair grown on the upper lip. The term humorously suggests the mustache is so thick or large it could function as a strainer for soup.
Usage
- The word "soup-strainer" is a slang noun used almost exclusively to refer to a mustache in a playful, informal, or teasing manner.
- It is typically used in casual conversation or humorous descriptions.
Examples
- Noun:
Advanced Usage
- The term often implies a mustache that is particularly bushy, thick, or prominent.
- It can be used affectionately or critically, depending on context and tone.
Variants and Related Words
- Mustache (n): The standard term for hair growing on a man's upper lip.
- Cookie duster (n): Another slang term for a mustache, suggesting it catches crumbs.
- Face fungus (n): A general, humorous slang term for any facial hair.
Synonyms
- Mustache
- Facial hair (more general)
- Bristles (informal)
Related Idioms
- Soup-strainer itself functions as a humorous idiom for a mustache. There are no common phrasal verbs associated with this specific slang term.
Noun
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slang for a mustache
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