Meaning of the word "the world and his wife" in English
What does "the world and his wife" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the world and his wife
US /ðə wɜːrld ænd hɪz waɪf/
UK /ðə wɜːrld ænd hɪz waɪf/
Idiom
1.
a very large number of people; everyone
Example:
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When the new store opened, the world and his wife were there.
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Don't tell anyone, or soon the world and his wife will know.
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