Meaning of 'Feet of clay'
What does the saying 'Feet of clay' mean?
Idiom: Feet of clay
Meaning:
If someone has feet of clay, they have flaws that make them seem more human and like normal people.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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