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on the qt

/ɒn ðə ˌkjuːˈtiː/

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/ɒn ðə ˌkjuːˈtiː/C1slangbritishobsolete
  • ruСтаромодное сленговое выражение, означающее тайно, тихо или не привлекая внимания. Происходит от сокращения 'QT' от 'quiet'.

An old-fashioned slang expression meaning secretly, quietly, or without attracting attention. Derived from the abbreviation 'QT' for 'quiet'.

  1. Secretly or quietlyC1informalbritish

    Done in a secretive or discreet manner, without attracting attention.

    ruТайно

    • They met on the qt to discuss the surprise party.
    • He passed the note to her on the qt.
    • The deal was arranged on the qt to avoid public scrutiny.