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Belly up

Posted by David FG on September 17, 2005

In Reply to: Belly up posted by Noel Sanchez on September 17, 2005

: I wanted to know the meaning of phrase "belly up to the bar"

It means (as far as I am aware) standing very close to the bar; ie the place where drinks are served. Close enough to have one's belly pressed against it.

DFG

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