Hair of the dog meaning
What does the saying 'Hair of the dog' mean?
Idiom: Hair of the dog
Meaning:
If someone has a hair of the dog, they have an alcoholic drink as a way of getting rid of a hangover, the unpleasant effects of having drunk too much alcohol the night before. It is commonly used as a way of excusing having a drink early on in the day.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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