What it means
A handy insult for someone acting like a right idiot, especially after a spectacularly brainless move. Usually fired off as ya rocket or you absolute rocket, more eye-roll than proper rage. It’s common in everyday banter and arguments alike. Fun twist, over in Liverpool give it a rocket can mean put more effort in.
Usage examples
"Davie tried microwaving tin foil to make it shiny again and the whole kitchen started sparking. Ya absolute rocket, man. Get outside before you burn the hoose down."
"Some rocket parked across two spaces and then left a note moaning about the parking."
"I felt like a right rocket waving back at a stranger who was greeting the person behind me."
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