Cock-and-bull – Meaning in Pidgin
Meaning
Lies, tall tales, or elaborate excuses
Translation to English
In Nigerian Pidgin, "Cock-and-bull" means "Lies, tall tales, or elaborate excuses". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across West Africa.
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Understanding "Cock-and-bull" in Nigerian Pidgin
"Cock-and-bull" is a Nigerian Pidgin word or expression that translates to "Lies, tall tales, or elaborate excuses" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Nigeria and in Pidgin-speaking diaspora communities around the world.
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