Meaning of 'Loose cannon'
What does the saying 'Loose cannon' mean?
Idiom: Loose cannon
Meaning:
A person who is very difficult to control and unpredictable is a loose cannon.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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