Meaning of 'Neither fish nor fowl'
What does the saying 'Neither fish nor fowl' mean?
Idiom: Neither fish nor fowl
Meaning:
Something or someone that is neither fish nor fowl doesn't really fit into any one group.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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