Feather your own nest meaning
What does the saying 'Feather your own nest' mean?
Idiom: Feather your own nest
Meaning:
If someone feathers their own nest, they use their position or job for personal gain.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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