Meaning of 'Know your place'
What does the saying 'Know your place' mean?
Idiom: Know your place
Meaning:
A person who knows their place doesn't try to impose themselves on others.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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