Meaning of 'Below the belt'
What does the saying 'Below the belt' mean?
Idiom: Below the belt
Meaning:
If someone says something that is cruel or unfair, it is below the belt, like the illegal punches in boxing.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Sport |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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