Meaning of the word "give a thing, and take a thing to wear the devil's gold ring" in English
What does "give a thing, and take a thing to wear the devil's gold ring" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
give a thing, and take a thing to wear the devil's gold ring
US /ɡɪv ə θɪŋ, ænd teɪk ə θɪŋ tu wɛr ðə ˈdɛvəlz ɡoʊld rɪŋ/
UK /ɡɪv ə θɪŋ, ænd teɪk ə θɪŋ tu weə ðə ˈdɛvəlz ɡəʊld rɪŋ/
Idiom
A traditional proverb or nursery rhyme used to criticize someone who gives a gift and then asks for it back (an 'Indian giver').
Example:
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You can't ask for the toy back now; remember, give a thing, and take a thing to wear the devil's gold ring.
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The children chanted 'Give a thing, and take a thing to wear the devil's gold ring' when Tommy tried to reclaim his marble.