Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Wash your dirty linen in public

Options:

Fight with everyone unnecessarily

Discuss private matters in front of others

Complain about everything

Hangclothes outside

Correct Answer:

Discuss private matters in front of others

Explanation:

The correct answer is OPTION2 - Discuss private matters in front of others

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "wash your dirty linen in public" is to discuss private matters in front of others.

The idiom "wash your dirty linen in public" is used to describe someone who is discussing their personal problems or disagreements in front of other people. This can be seen as rude or inappropriate, as it can embarrass the person involved and make them feel uncomfortable.

The other options are not as appropriate meanings for the idiom "wash your dirty linen in public":

  • Fight with everyone unnecessarily: This idiom means to argue with people for no reason.
  • Complain about everything: This idiom means to find fault with everything.
  • Hang clothes outside: This idiom means to put clothes on a clothesline to dry.