Definitions by Rusty De La Serna
stiff upper lip
Somewhat archaic English phrase meaning unwavering determination.
Can also be used in a negative sense to describe general obstinacy or stubbornness.
Can also be used in a negative sense to describe general obstinacy or stubbornness.
Jimmy just won't give up until he is victorious. He's got a stiff upper lip.
Dude, leave her alone. She obviously isn't interested. That stiff upper lip is gonna get you in trouble.
Dude, leave her alone. She obviously isn't interested. That stiff upper lip is gonna get you in trouble.
stiff upper lip by Rusty de la Serna March 22, 2009