English Explanatory Dictionary

grow a pair

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To be brave; to show some courage, especially in a situation in which one has so far failed to do so.

Word forms

grow a pair grows a pair growing a pair grew a pair grown a pair

Etymology

Clipping of grow a pair of balls.

Synonyms

grow some balls get a pair strap on a pair

Related words

have a pair
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