Meaning of the word "take not a musket to kill a butterfly" in English
What does "take not a musket to kill a butterfly" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take not a musket to kill a butterfly
US /teɪk nɑːt ə ˈmʌskɪt tuː kɪl ə ˈbʌtərflaɪ/
UK /teɪk nɒt ə ˈmʌskɪt tuː kɪl ə ˈbʌtəflaɪ/
Idiom
do not use excessive or disproportionate means to achieve a small or simple goal
Example:
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Using a legal team for this minor dispute is like taking a musket to kill a butterfly.
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I know you want to be thorough, but take not a musket to kill a butterfly.