Meaning of 'Belt and braces'
What does the saying 'Belt and braces' mean?
Idiom: Belt and braces
Meaning:
Someone who wears belt and braces is very cautious and takes no risks.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Clothes |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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