spit-and-sawdust

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English

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Etymology

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Old drinking establishments might have had sawdust on the floor that patrons could spit on.

Adjective

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spit-and-sawdust (not comparable)

  1. (colloquial, of a pub, etc.) Having a basic, traditional appearance and rudimentary facilities.