Meaning of 'An Englishman's home is his castle'
What does the saying 'An Englishman's home is his castle' mean?
Idiom: An Englishman's home is his castle
Meaning:
This means that what happens in a person's home or private life is their business and should not be subject to outside interference.
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Subject Area: Nationality or ethnicity |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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