roos

a few roos loose in the top paddock

slang An indication of craziness, eccentricity, or foolishness. "Roo" is short for "kangaroo." Primarily heard in Australia. Tommy must have a few roos loose in the top paddock if he thinks he can convince our mother to let him get a tattoo for his birthday. There's an old lady who stands on the corner yelling at strangers all day. I think there might be a few roos loose in the top paddock, if you catch my drift. He says he's going to start a business selling bees as pets—I think he may have a few roos loose in the top paddock.

See also: few, loose, paddock, roos, top

have a few roos loose in the top paddock

To be crazy; to act, think, or behave in an eccentric, foolish, or nonsensical manner. "Roo" is short for "kangaroo." Primarily heard in Australia. Tommy must have a few roos loose in the top paddock if he thinks he can convince our mother to let him get a tattoo for his birthday. There's an old lady who stands on the corner yelling at strangers all day. I think she might have a few roos loose in the top paddock. He says he's going to start a business selling bees as pets. I think he has a few roos loose in the top paddock.

See also: few, have, loose, paddock, roos, top

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