Entry 1
Brass tacks
MeaningCockney rhyming slang for facts.
Usage Mostly Britain.
Example
- I'm telling you brass tacks mate. Florida is bigger than England.
Pronunciation
Idioms · 2 entries
Brass tacks
What does "Brass tacks" mean?
Cockney rhyming slang for facts.
Entry 2
Get down to brass tacks
MeaningConcern yourself with the basic and important realities.
Usage Worldwide.
Example
- Were broke. This is no time for fanciful ideas - we need to get down to brass tacks and raise some money.
Pronunciation