All over the map In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "all over the map", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-07-20 04:07

Meaning of All over the map

All over the map American British informal

1. To spread out or distribute over a large area
 

Many educators from all over the map attend the conference for online education methods.

We are the largest distributors in our country, we distribute products to various agents all over the map.

2. To be disorganized or go in different directions in thinking, or communication
 

I just want to ask her the condition of the patient, but he seems all over the map with it when mentioning her detailed background.

I'm tired of hearing Jane present his ideas because he is always all over the map.

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