Safe pair of hands meaning
What does the saying 'Safe pair of hands' mean?
Idiom: Safe pair of hands
Meaning:
A person who can be trusted to do something without causing any trouble is a safe pair of hands.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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