Question
Download Solution PDFSelect the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Snake in the grass
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is "Treacherous person".
Key Points
- The idiom "snake in the grass" is used to describe a person who is treacherous, deceitful, or disloyal.
- The analogy is drawn from the image of a snake hidden in the grass, ready to strike out unexpectedly, akin to a deceitful person who can betray or harm you when you least expect it.
- The phrase suggests suspicion, betrayal, and stealth, and is often used to caution others against such individuals.
- It does not imply positive qualities like friendliness, loyalty, or cleverness, but rather the negative trait of deceit.
Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.
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