Meaning of 'Perish the thought'
What does the saying 'Perish the thought' mean?
Idiom: Perish the thought
Meaning:
Perish the thought is an expression meaning that you really hope something will not happen.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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