Meaning of 'Don't judge a book by the cover'
What does the saying 'Don't judge a book by the cover' mean?
Idiom: Don't judge a book by the cover
Meaning:
This idiom means that you should not judge something or someone by appearances, but should look deeper at what is inside and more important.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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