Meaning of 'Eyes are bigger than one's stomach'
What does the saying 'Eyes are bigger than one's stomach' mean?
Idiom: Eyes are bigger than one's stomach
Meaning:
If someone's eyes are bigger than their stomach, they are greedy and take on more than they can consume or manage.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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