Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Long in the tooth

Options:

Too uncomfortable for words

Too old to do something

Too wise for people

Extremely dangerous

Correct Answer:

Too old to do something

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "long in the tooth" is too old to do something.

This idiom is used to describe someone who is too old to do something, especially something that requires physical or mental agility. It is often used in a humorous way, but it can also be used to express genuine concern about someone's ability to do something.

The other options for the meaning of the idiom are not as accurate.

  • Too uncomfortable for words does not typically describe someone's age.
  • Too wise for people does not typically describe someone's age.
  • Extremely dangerous does not typically describe someone's age.