Meaning of 'Don't stand there with curlers in your hair'
What does the saying 'Don't stand there with curlers in your hair' mean?
Idiom: Don't stand there with curlers in your hair
Meaning:
This means 'don't keep me waiting'. It's said to someone who is taking too long to get moving.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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