Meaning of 'Perfidious Albion'
What does the saying 'Perfidious Albion' mean?
Idiom: Perfidious Albion
Meaning:
England is known to some as perfidious Albion, implying that it is not trustworthy in its dealings with foreigners.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Nationality or ethnicity |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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