give a rat's arse

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give a rat's arse (third-person singular simple present gives a rat's arse, present participle giving a rat's arse, simple past gave a rat's arse, past participle given a rat's arse)

  1. (idiomatic, vulgar, British spelling, chiefly in the negative) To care a minimum amount; to have or show minimal interest
    Synonyms: see Thesaurus:care
    I just don't give a rat's arse!
    She couldn't give a rat's arse whether he shows up or not.
    I don't give a rat's arse about politics.

Usage notes

  • Usually used in negative constructions, such as He doesn't give a rat's arse.