Meaning of 'Neither use nor ornament'
What does the saying 'Neither use nor ornament' mean?
Idiom: Neither use nor ornament
Meaning:
Something that serves no purpose and is not aesthetically pleasing is neither use nor ornament.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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