Meaning of 'Coals to Newcastle'
What does the saying 'Coals to Newcastle' mean?
Idiom: Coals to Newcastle
Meaning:
Taking, bringing, or carrying coals to Newcastle is doing something that is completely unnecessary.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Places |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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