Meaning of 'What's good for the goose is good for the gander'
What does the saying 'What's good for the goose is good for the gander' mean?
Idiom: What's good for the goose is good for the gander
Meaning:
This idiom means that the sexes should be treated the same way and not be subjected to different standards.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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