English Explanatory Dictionary

loose lips sink ships

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. Saying too much or releasing confidential information can have dangerous consequences.

Pronunciation

/ˈlus ˈlɪps ˈsɪŋk ˈʃɪps/ en-us-loose lips sink ships.ogg

Word forms

loose lips sink ships

Etymology

Shortening of a wartime slogan from World War II.

Related words

loose-lipped
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