Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

In queer street

In debt

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "in queer street" is in debt.

It is an old-fashioned idiom that is not used as often today. It is thought to have originated from the idea that people who were in debt were often seen as being dishonest or untrustworthy.

For example, you might say "He's in queer street now that he's lost his job." This means that he is now in debt because he cannot afford to pay his bills.

The other options are not accurate descriptions of the meaning of the idiom.

• Among scoundrels: This idiom is more accurately described as "in the company of dishonest or untrustworthy people."
• In prison: This idiom is more accurately described as "being incarcerated."
• Lost your way: This idiom is more accurately described as "not knowing where you are or how to get where you are going."