spit-and-sawdust
Of a bar, pub, etc. having a basic, traditional appearance and rudimentary facilitiesOf a bar, pub, etc. having a basic, traditional appearance and rudimentary facilities.
Meaning
1 senses(colloquial, not comparable)Of a bar, pub, etc. having a basic, traditional appearance and rudimentary facilities.
Origin
Since old drinking establishments might have had sawdust on the floor that patrons could sSince old drinking establishments might have had sawdust on the floor that patrons could spit on.
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