English Explanatory Dictionary

and don't play one on TV

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. A term often used after a person claims to have no expertise in a topic of discussion, but still wants to contribute a comment.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-and don't play one on TV.wav

Word forms

and don't play one on TV

Etymology

A reference to US television advertisements where well-known actors from medical shows were obliged to add the disclaimer "I'm not a doctor, but I play one on TV".

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