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emmas

idiom
Vulgar Cockney rhyming slang · East London
Meaning

haemorrhoids


Origin

via Emma Freud

Examples
SIMPLE

He is suffering from painful emmas today.

CONTEXTUAL

The doctor recommended a special cream to help treat his uncomfortable emmas.

COMPLEX

Despite his attempts to maintain a professional demeanor, the persistent irritation caused by his emmas made it difficult to focus during the long board meeting.

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