get the third degree



get the third degree

To be interrogated, scrutinized, or questioned intensely or thoroughly by someone. My boyfriend is so controlling that I always get the third degree if I go anywhere or see anyone without him. I got the third degree from the police regarding my whereabouts during the crime.
See also: degree, get, third

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
EttoreET-to-reItalian
Amati[ə'ma:ti]
Stephen['sti:vən]
Lael-Biblical
Pippin (2)PIP-in (English)Literature
Basia (1)BAH-shahPolish