Meaning of 'Don't bite the hand that feeds'
What does the saying 'Don't bite the hand that feeds' mean?
Idiom: Don't bite the hand that feeds
Meaning:
When someone says this to you, they are trying to tell you not to act against those on whom you depend.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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