noun (BrE)
1 (AmE cuff) [C] the bottom of the leg of a pair of trousers/pants that has been folded over on the outside
2 (informal) something surprising or unexpected that happens:
He actually offered to help? That's a turn-up for the books!
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
This word also appears under other sources in Lughet's collection — see the list below.
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