Is sold a pup In english explanation

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

Jimmy Hung

2019-10-01 12:10

Meaning of Is sold a pup (redirected from be sold a pup )

Synonyms:

buy a pig in a poke

Be sold a pup British old-fashioned informal slang

The verb "buy" can substitute for "be sold". A "pup" is a puppy or young dog and is probably being contrasted with an animal that is older and does not need to be trained before being put to work.

If someone "is sold a pup", he/she is conned into buying something that has little worth on its supposed prospective value.

You should take into consideration when buying a high-end item. Just in case you're sold a pup.

A: "Your pair of Jordan looks cool." B: "I was sold a pup, these are not authentic. Anyway, thanks."

Consumers nowadays are more cautious about shopping in order not to be sold a pup.

Grammar and Usage of Be sold a pup

Verb Forms

are sold a pup
is sold a pup
was sold a pup
were sold a pup

The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Be sold a pup

The expression is first recorded in 1901.

The Origin Cited: wordhistories.net .