Tip of the iceberg meaning
What does the saying 'Tip of the iceberg' mean?
Idiom: Tip of the iceberg
Meaning:
The tip of the iceberg is the part of a problem that can be seen, with far more serious problems lying underneath.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Nature |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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