in more shit than a Werribee duck

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Meaning · English

In trouble; suffering great difficulties.

Register: slang, vulgar

Where it’s used: Used Australian English

Examples

I had $6 in my pocket and I was thirsty too. I was in more shit than a Werribee duck.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “in more shit than a Werribee duck” mean?

In trouble; suffering great difficulties.

Is “in more shit than a Werribee duck” formal or informal?

in more shit than a Werribee duck is generally slang, vulgar.