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Meaning of 'Take the Mickey'

What does the saying 'Take the Mickey' mean?

Idiom: Take the Mickey

Meaning:

If you take the Mickey, you tease someone. ('Take the Mick' is also used.)

Country: British English British English | Subject Area: Person's name | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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