to  hate  one's guts
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Definition & Meaning of "hate one's guts"in English

to hate one's guts
01

to hate someone to an extreme degree 

to [hate] {one's} guts definition and meaning
Disapproving
Idiom
Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "hate someone's guts" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "hate someone's guts" is not definitively documented, but it likely stems from the idea that a person's intestines, specifically the guts, are associated with strong emotions and feelings. It often arises in heated personal conflicts, arguments, or discussions where individuals want to emphasize the intensity of their negative feelings.

Examples
She hates his guts after everything he did to her. 
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