Although antiquated, to 'put the kettle on' is to say that the conversation will continue because of some new deep or entertaining news has been revealed and needs discussing, usually this involves actually making a new cup of tea (giving time to savour the space before gossip) but...
'Kettle on!' has no intention of actually making tea and can be said anywhere, it's like saying 'oh fuck me, this is news' or 'you have my undivided attention', 'I need to know everything'
'Kettle on!' has no intention of actually making tea and can be said anywhere, it's like saying 'oh fuck me, this is news' or 'you have my undivided attention', 'I need to know everything'
Carl: stace was down the pub with len last night, but he's supposed to be legit with shanice
DAZ: kettle on!
Carl: well, after prison he....
DAZ: kettle on!
Carl: well, after prison he....
by My real name is nick April 4, 2021
Get the Kettle onmug.
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Get the Kettlemug.