Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A kick in the teeth

Great disappointment

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "a kick in the teeth" is great disappointment.

This idiom is used to describe something that is very upsetting or frustrating. It is often used to describe a situation that is unexpected or unfair. For example, you might say "I got a kick in the teeth when I didn't get the job I applied for." This means that you were very disappointed not to get the job.

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

• Extraction of a tooth: This is a literal description of the process of removing a tooth.
• Toothache: This is a pain in the tooth.
• Alcohol consumption: This is the act of drinking alcohol.