Whistle-stop tour meaning
What does the saying 'Whistle-stop tour' mean?
Idiom: Whistle-stop tour
Meaning:
A whistle-stop tour is when someone visits a number of places quickly, not stopping for long.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Music |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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