Wear your heart on your sleeve meaning
What does the saying 'Wear your heart on your sleeve' mean?
Idiom: Wear your heart on your sleeve
Meaning:
Someone who wears their heart on their sleeve shows their emotions and feelings publicly.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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