Etymology

cleanup on aisle

Today it means: Indicates that a mess needs to be cleaned up, or that a messy situation needs to be resolved. (followed by an arbitrary number) Full definition →

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The story

Suggests an intercom message to employees in a large store. Perhaps popularized by the American comedy film Mr. Mom (1983).

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