curtains
kur-tinznoun
SlangDifficulty 2 of 3: RegionalUnconfirmed
This entry came from the original CaliSlang dictionary, but we have not been able to confirm it is in real use. It is kept for completeness and left out of quizzes.
Definition
Refers to the end or conclusion of something, often implying a negative outcome. Something is over or finished.
Examples
After that embarrassing moment, it was curtains for his reputation.
She aced the interview, and now it's curtains for the job hunt.
Once he spilled the secret, it was curtains for the surprise party.
At a glance
- Track
- Slang
- Region
- Statewide
- Part of speech
- noun