thymarchhare's definitions

Lose the farm

Referring to the historical forfeit or seizure of one's farm due to loss of income or inability to pay costs, this expression means one has lost a great deal of money gambling.

Megan: "Hey Joe! How'd the poker tournament go?

Joe: "I lost the farm."

Chris: Hey Sarah, I'm going to the racetrack to bet on horses.

Sarah: Don't lose the farm!

by thymarchhare July 10, 2024