Meaning of 'Banana skin'
What does the saying 'Banana skin' mean?
Idiom: Banana skin
Meaning:
A banana skin is something that is an embarrassment or causes problems.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Food and Eating |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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