Meaning of the word "tied to somebody’s apron strings" in English
What does "tied to somebody’s apron strings" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tied to somebody’s apron strings
US /taɪd tu ˈsʌm.bɑː.diz ˈeɪ.prən strɪŋz/
UK /taɪd tu ˈsʌm.bɑː.diz ˈeɪ.prən strɪŋz/
Idiom
1.
to be too dependent on someone, especially one's mother
Example:
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He's still tied to his mother's apron strings, even though he's 30 years old.
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It's time for him to cut the cord and stop being tied to his mother's apron strings.
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