English Explanatory Dictionary

to beat the band

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. In such a way as to surpass all competition; hence, contextually, very vigorously, at a frantic pace, to a high degree.

Pronunciation

En-au-to beat the band.ogg

Word forms

to beat the band

Etymology

Jonathon Green suggests that it means to drown out the band, that is, talk or sing louder than the band. See also beat the band.

Synonyms

a lot beyond compare like the new time
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