Meaning of the word "take the gilt off the gingerbread" in English
What does "take the gilt off the gingerbread" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take the gilt off the gingerbread
US /teɪk ðə ɡɪlt ɔf ðə ˈdʒɪndʒərˌbrɛd/
UK /teɪk ðə ɡɪlt ɔf ðə ˈdʒɪndʒərˌbrɛd/
Idiom
1.
to make something less attractive or enjoyable; to spoil something that was initially appealing
Example:
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The high cost of living really takes the gilt off the gingerbread of moving to a big city.
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Finding out about the hidden fees really took the gilt off the gingerbread of the vacation package.
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