'Best thing since sliced bread' Meaning
What does the saying 'Best thing since sliced bread' mean?
Meaning: If something is the best thing since sliced bread, it is excellent. ('The greatest thing since sliced bread' is also used.)
Contributor: Richard Flynn
Country: International English | Subject Area: Food | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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