English Explanatory Dictionary

on one's plate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. To be dealt with or handled.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, plate.

Word forms

on one's plate

Etymology

From the metaphor of an amount of food ready to be eaten.

Related words

irons in the fire on a plate spin plates too many balls in the air wear too many hats
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