Meaning of 'Drop in the ocean'
What does the saying 'Drop in the ocean' mean?
Idiom: Drop in the ocean
Meaning:
A drop in the ocean implies that something will have little effect because it is small and mostly insignificant.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Nature |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
All idioms have been editorially reviewed. Submitted idioms may have been edited for correctness and completeness.
« Previous: Drop in the bucket
Next: Drop into your lap »
Similar Idioms
- At the drop of a hat
- Hear a pin drop
- Drop in the bucket
- Drop someone a line
- At a drop of a dime
- Boil the ocean
- Drop the ball
- Drop a bombshell
- Drop like flies
- Drop into your lap
- Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink
- Drop the hammer
Idiom eBooks from UsingEnglish.com
Explore our collection of idiom eBooks to deepen your understanding of English expressions. Download curated lists of idioms in PDF format - ideal for offline study or classroom use!
Know of an idiom that’s missing? Suggest an idiom using our online form.
See also:
- View examples in Google: Drop in the ocean
- Idiom Quizzes