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Meaning / Origin of 86'd

Posted by Leslie on September 15, 2000

Looking for the meaning and origin of the phrase 86'd. It is used in the restaurant business when specials are sold out. I have also seen it used in less than tasteful terms of some one's/thing's life coming to an end. Does it relate to the year 1886 and some gold rush rushing to an end? Thanks.

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