Small dog, tall weeds meaning
What does the saying 'Small dog, tall weeds' mean?
Idiom: Small dog, tall weeds
Meaning:
This idiom is used to describe someone the speaker does not believe has the ability or resources to handle a task or job.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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