Rest on your laurels meaning

What does the saying 'Rest on your laurels' mean?

If someone rests on their laurels, they rely on their past achievements, rather than trying to achieve things now.

Country: International English | Subject Area: Character & appearance | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used

Contributor: Richard Flynn

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