Butter wouldn't melt in their mouth meaning
What does the saying 'Butter wouldn't melt in their mouth' mean?
Idiom: Butter wouldn't melt in their mouth
Meaning:
If someone looks as if butter wouldn't melt in their mouth, they look very innocent.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Food and Eating |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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