Meaning of 'Snake oil salesperson'
What does the saying 'Snake oil salesperson' mean?
Idiom: Snake oil salesperson
Meaning:
A person who promotes something that doesn't work, is selling snake oil.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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