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Meaning of rough end of the pineapple | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

The worst of something; harsh treatment.

Australia, informal

Examples

“Since they have the least bargaining power, creators usually get the rough end of the pineapple in these contests between investors and intermediaries for the hearts and minds of audiences—and their money.”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

rough endoplasmic reticulum rough fish rough hawksbeard rough horsetail rough house rough justice