Meaning of the word "pound of flesh" in English
What does "pound of flesh" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pound of flesh
US /paʊnd əv flɛʃ/
UK /paʊnd əv flɛʃ/
Idiom
something that is owed and that someone insists on having, even if it causes suffering to the person who owes it
Example:
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The landlord demanded his pound of flesh, evicting the family despite their pleas.
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After the company went bankrupt, the creditors came for their pound of flesh.
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