Phrase guide

POETS day

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Friday, the last day of the working week.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, New-Zealand, UK, humorous

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noun

Meaning 2

Alternative form of POETS day.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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History

Etymology

Probably 20th century British; derived from the acronym Piss Off (or Push Off) Early, Tomorrow's Saturday or perhaps earlier Piss Off (or Push Off) Early, Today's Saturday.