English Explanatory Dictionary

don't spend it all in one place

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. A reaction to someone receiving money, often an insignificant amount.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-don't spend it all in one place.wav

Word forms

don't spend it all in one place

Etymology

Since 19-20th century, originally prefixed by "here's a ha'penny". An allusion to criminals paying unusually large amounts in cash, which would raise suspicions.

Synonyms

don't spend it all at once don't spend it all at one shop don't spend it all in one shop
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