Mrs mop

Mrs Mop

Meaning

traditional English name for a cleaning woman.

Examples

I just don’t have time to work full time, look after the kids and keep the house clean – perhaps I should get a Mrs. Mop.

Where did it originate?

Britain. First used in the 1940s radio show ITMA.

Where is it used?

Mostly Britain.

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