Meaning of 'Davey Jones' locker'
What does the saying 'Davey Jones' locker' mean?
Idiom: Davey Jones' locker
Meaning:
Davey Jones' locker is the bottom of the sea or resting place of drowned sailors.
('Davy Jones' locker' is an alternative spelling.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Person's name |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
('Davy Jones' locker' is an alternative spelling.)
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