plum  in one's mouth
plum
plʌm
plam
in
ɪn
in
<i>one's</i>
wʌnz
vanz
mouth
maʊθ
mawth

Definition & Meaning of "plum in one's mouth"in English

plum in one's mouth
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a manner of speaking associated with wealth, social status, or formal education 

Dialectbritish flagBritish
[plum] in {one's} mouth definition and meaning
Humorous
Idiom
Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "plum in one's mouth" and when to use it?

The idiom of the phrase "plum in one's mouth" is uncertain, but it is believed to have emerged in the late 19th or early 20th century in Britain. It is often used in conversations, literature, or discussions about social class, etiquette, or linguistic style. This phrase is mostly used in a lighthearted or humorous context, suggesting admiration or amusement rather than disapproval.

Examples
He spoke with a plum in his mouth, as if every sentence had gone through finishing school. 
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