Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bother-bother-it
Exclamation
/ˈbɒð.ərˈbɒð.ər.ɪt/
Definition
A phrase used to express annoyance or frustration, often in a light-hearted or playful manner.
Examples
- “Bother-bother-it! I can’t find my keys again!”
- “Every time I try to relax, something interrupts me. Bother-bother-it!”
Meaning
The term ‘bother-bother-it’ conveys a sense of mild irritation about an event or situation, often implying that while one is annoyed, the emotion may not be taken too seriously.
Synonyms
- oh bother
- blast
- drat
