dibs aren't in tune

To have money. If the dibs are in tune, it means you're flush and can go raise hell etc - conversely, if the dibs aren't in tune, it means you're skint.
Bertie: What ho old chap. Are you coming to tea?
Corky: 'Fraid I can't mate - the dibs aren't in tune this month. I'll have to hit up my Uncle Worple for some cash.
by isntit November 21, 2011
mugGet the dibs aren't in tunemug.

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