Meaning of 'Arm and a leg'
What does the saying 'Arm and a leg' mean?
Idiom: Arm and a leg
Meaning:
If something costs an arm and a leg, it is very expensive.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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