peanut gallery

The term originated back in the theatre, where the cheapest seats were those way at the bottom floor and where people purchased peanuts because they were the cheapest snack. If they disapproved of the performance, they would throw the peanuts.

Howdy Doody, a show that started in the 1940's (not 50's), the children in the crowd were considered the "Peanut Gallery."

Vaudeville era man: Ay! This show sucks! You all suck! get off the stage! *Throws peanuts

Announcer: No more comments from the peanut gallery!!!!!!

Vaudeville era woman: Throw more nuts chap!!!!
Vaudeville era man: I'll give you some of my nuts instead..

by j-reg August 17, 2012

peanut gallery

a person group of people whose opinions are insignificant

"No comment from the peanut gallery."

by The Return of Light Joker September 30, 2007

Peanut Gallery

Someone who has squirrel brains. Anything they say should and will be ignored.

We won't be taking any comments from the peanut gallery.

by HokeyPokey December 17, 2012

peanut gallery

term used on the '50s tv show "Howdy Doody" for the audience of kids.

Buffalo Bob would say "Let's ask the peanut gallery", refering to the kids in the audience

by bnquail October 16, 2008

peanut gallery

george bush's presidential cabinet
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a group of (sometimes stupid) people that make comments on something they are watching or listening to; spectators with a verbal opinion

"we will not tolerate comments from the peanut gallery," said the announcer.

by kelly meier March 4, 2004

Peanut Gallery

Peanut Gallery is a term used on someone who is making unwanted comments in a situation.

“No, Karen, Peanut Gallery is not a racist term, you’re just being a dim-witted sensitive baby.”

“What have you been doing up late this past night?” “I was smoking with some friends.” “Oooh, you got smoke breeaaath!” “Oh, shut it, Peanut Gallery.”

by Juniette December 11, 2020

peanut gallery

owen clarke

when i say something the peanut gallery says something gay

by daddy sav February 22, 2021