Right through the flesh so as to reach the bone. Frequently hyperbolical, or in figurative contexts.
单词 | θ145563 |
释义 | the mind > possession > retaining > niggardliness or meanness > [adjective] > marked by or betokening meanness (4) to the boneOE Right through the flesh so as to reach the bone. Frequently hyperbolical, or in figurative contexts. niggardly1561 Of actions, qualities, etc.: characteristic of or befitting a niggard; mean, miserly. niggard1673 Of actions, qualities, etc.: characteristic of a miser; = niggardly, adj. 2a. stingy1849 Betokening meanness; doled out sparingly or grudgingly. |
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