Meanings
Age and etymology are uncertain; it existed in the 1930s and possibly derives from a music hall catchphrase. Some commentators (e.g. World Wide Words) suggest that piffy may have originally been patience, and the rock bun was simply a type of cake.
How to pronounce "piffy on a rock bun":
AU
A person ignored or sidelined from an activity
Example Sentences
1
After delivering the presentation flawlessly, he was feeling piffy on a rock bun.
2
She aced all her exams and was as confident as piffy on a rock bun.
3
Despite the rain, he was in an exceptionally good mood and happy as piffy on a rock bun.
4
Having won the lottery, he was feeling as lucky as piffy on a rock bun.
5
She received a promotion at work and was as pleased as piffy on a rock bun.
