Definition of givin' a monkey's

give a monkey's

verb

• to care a tiny amount, always used in the negative

  I don't give a monkey's whether it's ready or not!

  Last edited on Jun 03 2010. Submitted by Robbie G. from Stroud, Hampshire, UK on Feb 13 2006.

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• Often extended variously, e.g. "give a monkey's rear end", "give a monkey's arse", "give a monkey's uncle".

  Last edited on Jun 03 2010. Submitted by Robbie G. from Stroud, Hampshire, UK on Feb 13 2006.

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