King of the castle meaning
What does the saying 'King of the castle' mean?
Idiom: King of the castle
Meaning:
The king of the castle is the person who is in charge of something or in a very comfortable position compared to their companions.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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