Kiss of death meaning
What does the saying 'Kiss of death' mean?
Idiom: Kiss of death
Meaning:
The kiss of death is an action that means failure or ruin for someone, a scheme, a plan, etc.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Death |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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