Meaning of see a man about a dog | Babel Free

Definitions

Used in place of a real explanation when excusing oneself for a short period of time, particularly (euphemistic) to use the toilet or (historical) drink alcohol.

dated, idiomatic

Examples

“I'll be right back, but I've got to go to see a man about a dog.”

““I’m running up tonight and on to York in the morning. I expect to get back on Thursday.” ”York?” ”Yes; I want to see a man there—about a dog, and all that.””

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