feet of clay

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. In someone apparently strong and without failings, a hidden weakness which could lead to downfall.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

feet of clay

Etymology

Used in the Bible, part of the description of the huge statue in the dream of Chaldean King Nebuchadnezzar.

Related words

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