Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To lead by the nose

To completely control someone

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "to lead by the nose" is to completely control someone.

It is used to describe someone who is being controlled by another person, often in a way that is unfair or manipulative. The idiom is thought to have originated from the idea of leading a horse by its nose, which is a way of controlling the horse's movements.

For example, you might say "The boss was leading his employees by the nose, making them work long hours and never giving them any credit." This means that the boss was completely controlling the employees, and they had no say in their own work.

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

• To hit someone on the nose: This idiom is more accurately described as "to punch someone in the nose."
• To burden someone with work: This idiom is more accurately described as "to give someone too much work to do."
• To depend totally on someone: This idiom is more accurately described as "to rely on someone completely."