a kangaroo loose in the top paddock

== English == === Alternative forms === a roo loose in the top paddock, a few roos loose in the top paddock, kangaroos in the top paddock === Pronunciation === === Noun === a kangaroo loose in the top paddock (Australia, slang) Things that are not quite right in one's head; a situation of mental confusion or insanity. ==== Usage notes ==== Mostly used with the verb have. ==== Synonyms ==== See Appendix:Snowclones/few X short of a Y