Meaning of the word "paper tiger" in English
What does "paper tiger" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
paper tiger
US /ˈpeɪ.pər ˈtaɪ.ɡər/
UK /ˈpeɪ.pər ˈtaɪ.ɡər/
Idiom
1.
a person or thing that appears threatening but is ineffectual
Example:
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The dictator was exposed as a paper tiger when his army quickly collapsed.
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Their threats turned out to be nothing more than a paper tiger.
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