Synonymous with "end of the line," this phrase can denote the literal end of a road or path, or figuratively express a situation where one can no longer progressforward.
College sports are the end of the road for manytalented athletes.
Comes from Hebrew (Sof Ha'Derekh) Even though it sounds negative, it's actually very positive. It expresses the feeling after having an excellent experience of any sort. You use this expression to intensify telling stories to your friends just to make sure they understand that your experience is/was way beyond good, great or even excellent, saying it cannot possibly get any better then that. It also defines something extremely beautiful. In general it intensifies the word "Best".
someone: how was the party last night?
you: End of road!
or:
she: so how do I look?
He: End of the road!
this phrase, comes originally from the hebrew phrase "sof haderech", means "something great";
either it's a fun video game, a tasty cake, a good price or an amazing trip.
when i say "the end of the road" i mean "it's a great thing and you should try it!"
helena: so...did you like the defenition of this phrase?
British slang for a scientist or technical expert, esp . when the speaker is not certain of the expert’s specific field of study. Not necessarily derogatory, but typically used by persons without a technical background. In the US, the equivalent would be “egghead”, “squint”, or “geek.”
Origin of the word is unknown. Started sometime in World War 2. Given the typical evolution of British slang, could easily have started because what these experts did was confusing or “baffling” to the common person.
According to the boffins downstairs, the murdererused a serrated blade.