The very last extremity; also, death or ruin. Often used in 'to the bitter end.'
Examples:
- I'm supporting the union's demands to the bitter end.
Origin: mid-1800s; possibly from nautical 'bitter,' a turn of cable around deck posts
The very last extremity; also, death or ruin. Often used in 'to the bitter end.'
Examples:
Origin: mid-1800s; possibly from nautical 'bitter,' a turn of cable around deck posts