Anonymous
8/18/2025, 3:46:25 AM
No.103616385
>>103616344
Elaboration:
Idiomatic Meaning:
The phrase "eating crow" is not meant to be taken literally. It's a figurative expression used to describe the act of acknowledging one's mistake and accepting the consequences, which can be embarrassing or uncomfortable.
Historical Context:
The phrase originated in the United States in the 1870s, possibly referencing the idea that crow meat is not particularly palatable.
Elaboration:
Idiomatic Meaning:
The phrase "eating crow" is not meant to be taken literally. It's a figurative expression used to describe the act of acknowledging one's mistake and accepting the consequences, which can be embarrassing or uncomfortable.
Historical Context:
The phrase originated in the United States in the 1870s, possibly referencing the idea that crow meat is not particularly palatable.