Run off the smell of an oily rag In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "run off the smell of an oily rag", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-10 04:09

Meaning of Run off the smell of an oily rag

Synonyms:

run on the smell of an oily rag

Run off the smell of an oily rag Australia New Zealand idiomatic

To operate using a very small amount of something as a source of power.

 

I love this CD player because it not only is easy to bring along but also runs off the smell of an oily rag.

We are using fluorescent bulbs because they run off the smell of an oily rag.

If you are looking for a car running off the smell of an oily rag, I highly recommend you take a look at this one.

Grammar and Usage of Run off the smell of an oily rag

Verb Forms

  • ran off the smell of an oily rag
  • running off the smell of an oily rag

The verb "run" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Run off the smell of an oily rag

This phrase was formed based on the meaning of the phrase "the smell of an oily rag."
 

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