Meaning of 'Baker's dozen'
What does the saying 'Baker's dozen' mean?
Idiom: Baker's dozen
Meaning:
A Baker's dozen is 13 rather than 12.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Profession, work or study |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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