Meaning of 'Waste of skin'
What does the saying 'Waste of skin' mean?
Idiom: Waste of skin
Meaning:
If a person is referred to as a 'waste of skin', it means he is not worth very much.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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