Meaning of 'Hear something on the jungle telegraph'
What does the saying 'Hear something on the jungle telegraph' mean?
Idiom: Hear something on the jungle telegraph
Meaning:
If you hear something on the jungle telegraph, you pick up some information or informal gossip from someone who shares some common interest.
('Bush telegraph' is also used.)
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Subject Area: Technology & science |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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