Meaning of 'Red tape'
What does the saying 'Red tape' mean?
Idiom: Red tape
Meaning:
This is a negative term for the official paperwork and bureaucracy that we have to deal with.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Colours |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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