English Explanatory Dictionary

part brass rags

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To quarrel; to cease to be on friendly terms.

Word forms

part brass rags parts brass rags parting brass rags parted brass rags

Etymology

An allusion to shipmates ceasing to work together on cleaning duty.

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