From the given options, choose the one that rightly explains the given expression-
‘To shed crocodile tears’
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → To grieve insincerely
To shed crocodile tears means to show sorrow that one does not really feel. It comes from an old belief that crocodiles weep while eating their prey. The tears are false.
Example: The minister shed crocodile tears over the flood victims but did nothing to help them.