English Explanatory Dictionary

kick the beam

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To lack in weight, importance, or strength compared to another.

Word forms

kick the beam kicks the beam kicking the beam kicked the beam

Etymology

Referencing a loaded balance, whose lighter arm would rise up and strike the beam.

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