a kangaroo loose in the top paddock
a kangaroo loose in the top paddock
An indication of craziness, eccentricity, or foolishness. Primarily heard in Australia. Tommy must have a kangaroo loose in the top paddock if he thinks he can convince our mother to let him get a tattoo for his birthday. There's an old lady who stands on the corner yelling at strangers all day. I think there might be a kangaroo loose in the top paddock, if you catch my drift.
See also: kangaroo, loose, paddock, top
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- kangaroo
- paddock
- with a loose screw
- with a screw loose
- out of (one's) mind
- out of mind
- out of your mind
- flamdoodle
- blinder
- diaper