Spend a penny meaning
What does the saying 'Spend a penny' mean?
Idiom: Spend a penny
Meaning:
This is a euphemistic idiom meaning to go to the toilet.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Money |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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