apeth

apeth
1. noun /ˈeɪpəθ/

“Oh Harry, it doesnt matter an apeth were here to see Joni? “Hello luv,” Dad walked in. “Hello Dad.” “Had a good week then?”

b) An affectionate term for a silly or foolish person.

Oi, that waters not free, yknow. It has to be pumped up here yer daft ’apeth. Its not a bloody river.

2. verb /ˈeɪpəθ/
Third-person singular simple present of to ape.

Fashion, the parasite of Rank, apeth faults and failings, Until the general Taste depraved hath warped its sense of beauty.


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  • Daft — My Dad used to call me a daft apeth which is short for a daft half penny (in old money). It basically means stupid …   The American's guide to speaking British

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