Meaning of piss and vinegar | Babel Free

Definitions

Exuberance or enthusiasm, especially to an excessive degree; bravado; youthful energy.

US, slang, uncountable, vulgar

Examples

“"I know what's a matter. Young fella, all full a piss an' vinegar. Wanta be a hell of a guy all the time."”

“Everyone wants that: the vigor, fire, piss and vinegar. You really believe that you're taking on the world.”

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