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You’re watching your favorite Western classic when a character says, “I’m your grandma.” Ha? What does that even mean? “I’m your huckleberry” is a slang expression that dates back to the 19th century. In this article we will explain its meaning and how it became known from the movie Tombstone. Plus, we’ll debunk the age-old question, “Did Doc Holliday say huckleberry or huckle bearer?”
- “I’m your berry” is a Western phrase used to say, “I can do the job.”
- The term became famous thanks to the 1993 film Tombstone, in which Val Kilmer played Doc Holliday.
- Respond to “I’m your huckleberry” with “thanks,” because the person is most likely offering to help you with something.
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