English Explanatory Dictionary

in at the deep end

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Placed in a complex situation (especially work-related) without adequate preparation or experience.

Pronunciation

en-au-in at the deep end.ogg

Word forms

in at the deep end

Etymology

Derived from the slope in a swimming pool, which is shallow at one side, for beginners, and has a deeper section designed for more experienced swimmers.

Synonyms

jump in at the deep end take the bull by the horns

Related words

in too deep off the wall out of one's depth throw in at the deep end
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