Phrase guide

I've never heard it called that before

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

Used to draw attention to a possible, and usually unintentional, double entendre in the immediately preceding utterance of another speaker.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: is that what the kids are calling it these days

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

The word "it" refers to a sex act, bodily organ, etc. for which the speaker's phrase might be construed as a euphemism.