English Explanatory Dictionary

skin in the game

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A stake; something at risk, especially with regard to money and investments.

Pronunciation

En-au-skin in the game.ogg

Word forms

skin in the game

Etymology

Attributed by some to Warren Buffett, but Buffett has denied this.

Synonyms

dog in the fight

Related words

no skin off one's nose no skin off one's back play with house money
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