the measles

English

Etymology

See measles.

Phrase

the measles

  1. Alternative form of measles.
  2. (euphemistic, obsolete) Used after interrogative pronouns as an intensifier to express anger, frustration, incredulity, or other strong emotion.
    What the measles do you think you're doing?

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