Definition of «full monty»

The term "full monty" is an idiomatic expression that means to reveal everything, to show one's complete self or to take bold and decisive action. The origin of this phrase comes from the British slang term for stripping completely naked, which was popularized by the 1997 film "The Full Monty." In the movie, a group of unemployed steelworkers in Sheffield decide to become male striptease dancers and perform as "The Full Monty," meaning they would take off all their clothes. The phrase has since been used figuratively to describe someone who is willing to reveal everything or go the extra mile, taking risks and showing complete commitment.

Sentences with «full monty»

  • Wiig has previously gone full monty, though, in the indie «Welcome to Me.» (sfgate.com)
  • Next book will get full monty marketing treatment. (okdork.com)
  • This new model will allow you to do it for everybody, even people who don't want to share their data full monty with the world. (sciencemag.org)
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