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born and bred

idiom

Showing characteristics of birth and upbringing, especially in relation to a particular location.


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  1. 01

    all one's born days

    One's whole life.

  2. 02

    born in a barn

    In a past tense: criticizing the person to whom the phrase is directed for inappropriately, and usually neglectingly, leaving an exterior door or window open, considered ill-mannered.

  3. 03

    born with a silver spoon in one's mouth

    Born rich, or into a wealthy family.

  4. 04

    were you born in a tent

    An admonishment to someone who has left a door open.

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