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DictionarySeeemptyempty vessels make most noise
empty vessels make (the) most noiseFoolish, unwise, or stupid people are the most talkative. Of course silly old Aunt Helen babbles constantly—empty vessels make the most noise.See also: empty, make, most, noise, vesselempty vessels make most noise (or sound) those with least wisdom or knowledge are always the most talkative. proverb Vessel here refers to a hollow container, such as a bowl or cask, rather than a ship.See also: empty, make, most, noise, vessel |