Meaning of 'Mutton dressed as lamb'
What does the saying 'Mutton dressed as lamb' mean?
Idiom: Mutton dressed as lamb
Meaning:
Mutton dressed as lamb is term for middle-aged or elderly people trying to look younger.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Food and Eating |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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