short sharp shock
English edit
Etymology edit
Coined by W. S. Gilbert in the song "I Am So Proud" from The Mikado, referring euphemistically to a beheading.
Noun edit
short sharp shock (plural short sharp shocks)
Coined by W. S. Gilbert in the song "I Am So Proud" from The Mikado, referring euphemistically to a beheading.
short sharp shock (plural short sharp shocks)