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Meaning of bum note | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A note that is played incorrectly.
    derogatory, slang
  2. A social or conversational mistake; an awkward or inappropriate action.
    derogatory, figuratively, slang

Examples

“'I'm going for a pint.' Declan paused on the way out. 'You really think Ethan's that good? There could be money in it?' He realised he had struck a bum note.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

bum rap bum roll bum rush bum sex bum steer bum trip

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