English Explanatory Dictionary

the penny drops

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. Understanding is reached; one comprehends.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-the penny drops.wav

Word forms

the penny drops
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