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WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024feet′ of clay′, - a weakness or hidden flaw in the character of a greatly admired or respected person:He was disillusioned to find that even Lincoln had feet of clay.
- any unexpected or critical fault.
WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024feet /fit/USA pronunciation n. - Anatomypl. of foot.
Idioms- Idioms,, Slang Terms drag one's feet, to act or proceed slowly or reluctantly:They were dragging their feet when it came to refunding our money.
- Idioms get one's feet wet, [no obj] to take the first step in an activity, venture, etc.:He got his feet wet in the computer business working as a programmer.
- Idioms have one's feet on the ground, [no obj] to have a realistic, sensible attitude or approach.
- Idioms, Slang Terms on one's feet:
- in a standing position.
- in a secure, independent position or recovered state:The loan helped me get on my feet again.
- Idioms, Slang Terms stand on one's own (two) feet:
- to be financially self-supporting.
- to be independent.
- Idioms, Slang Terms sweep off one's feet, [sweep] + obj + off + one's + ~ ] to impress or overwhelm by ability, enthusiasm, or charm.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024feet (fēt),USA pronunciation n. - Anatomya pl. of foot.
- Slang Terms drag one's feet, to act or proceed slowly or without enthusiasm;
to be reluctant to act, comply, etc.:We can't begin the project until the steering committee stops dragging its feet. - Slang Terms on one's feet:
- in a standing position.
- in an independent or secure position:The loan helped him get on his feet again.
- in a restored or recovered state;
able to continue:Psychotherapy helped her get back on her feet after her breakdown.
- Slang Terms sit at the feet of, to attend upon as a disciple or follower:American writers and painters no longer sit at the feet of Europeans.
- Slang Terms stand on one's own feet:
- to be financially self-supporting.
- to be independent:Overprotective parents do not prepare their children to stand on their own feet.Also, stand on one's own two feet.
- Slang Terms sweep one off one's feet, to impress or overwhelm by ability, enthusiasm, or charm:The gaiety of the occasion swept them off their feet.
Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers:: feet /fiːt/ n - the plural of foot
- at someone's feet ⇒ as someone's disciple
- be run off one's feet, be rushed off one's feet ⇒ to be very busy
- carry off one's feet, sweep off one's feet ⇒ to fill with enthusiasm
- feet of clay ⇒ a weakness that is not widely known
- have one's feet on the ground, keep one's feet on the ground ⇒ to be practical and reliable
- on one's feet, on its feet ⇒ standing up
- in good health
- stand on one's own feet ⇒ to be independent
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