A barbed tongue In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "a barbed tongue", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-10 04:08

Meaning of A barbed tongue

Synonyms:

a sharp tongue

A barbed tongue noun phrase

If someone has a barbed tongue, they tend to criticize or speak in a way that hurts or upsets others.
 

How can a person with a barbed tongue like Mary be eligible enough to be a teacher?

My boss had made some very spiteful remarks to me several times, but yesterday I couldn't put up with his barbed tongue anymore and came back at him.

John is always making others upset because of his barbed tongue.

Origin of A barbed tongue

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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