One over the eight meaning
What does the saying 'One over the eight' mean?
Idiom: One over the eight
Meaning:
Someone who is one over the eight is drunk.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Numbers |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
Meaning:
Someone who has had one over the eight is very drunk indeed. It refers to the standard eight pints that most people drink and feel is enough.
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Subject Area: Drinking, pubs and bars |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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