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Have/take a butcher’s

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Cockney Rhyming Slang

Originates from Cockney rhyming slang where 'butcher's hook' means 'look'.

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Let's have a butcher's at the map to find our way.
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Informal Speech

Very casual, mostly used among friends or in relaxed environments.

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Have a butcher's at this article when you have a moment.
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British Usage

Commonly used in the UK, might not be understood by English speakers from other regions.

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I'll take a butcher's at the instructions and get back to you.
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