Meaning of 'Rule of thumb'
What does the saying 'Rule of thumb' mean?
Idiom: Rule of thumb
Meaning:
Rule of thumb means approximately.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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