Meaning of 'Green-eyed monster'
What does the saying 'Green-eyed monster' mean?
Idiom: Green-eyed monster
Meaning:
The green-eyed monster is an allegorical phrase for somebody's strong jealousy
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Colours |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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