Beer and skittles


amusement; pleasure; fun.
noun
(functioning as sing) (informal) enjoyment or pleasure
noun phrase

pleasure, fun
Examples

Life is not all beer and skittles.
Usage Note

UK, plural but singular or plural in construction

Related Terms

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