Hand to mouth meaning
What does the saying 'Hand to mouth' mean?
Idiom: Hand to mouth
Meaning:
Someone who's living from hand to mouth, is very poor and needs the little money they have coming in to cover their expenses.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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