Meaning of the word "thumbs down" in English
What does "thumbs down" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
thumbs down
US /θʌmz daʊn/
UK /θʌmz daʊn/
Idiom
1.
a gesture of disapproval or rejection, made by pointing the thumb downwards
Example:
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The audience gave the performance a collective thumbs down.
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My boss gave my proposal a big thumbs down.
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