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part brass rags

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

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verb

Meaning 1

To quarrel; to cease to be on friendly terms.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, informal

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History

Etymology

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