Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Idioms and Phrases - Section 1 (Q.No. 3)
Directions to Solve
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.
3.
To catch a tartar
Discussion:
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Kamalhosen said:
9 years ago
Correction: To catch a Tartar
Meaning: to deal with someone or something that proves unexpectedly troublesome or powerful.
Hence, Option D should be the correct answer.
Meaning: to deal with someone or something that proves unexpectedly troublesome or powerful.
Hence, Option D should be the correct answer.
Rahul said:
5 years ago
'Tarter' here is a dangerous person.
Example Genghis Khan was a tartar.
And Genghis Khan was a cruel and dangerous ruler.
Example Genghis Khan was a tartar.
And Genghis Khan was a cruel and dangerous ruler.
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Sri said:
7 years ago
Tartar means a red compound deposited while winemaking so red indicates danger so I personally feel option B is correct.
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Sanjana said:
1 decade ago
Tartar is a layer that causes tooth decay. Hence "to catch a tartar" refers to, getting hold over dangerous thing.
Ramu said:
1 decade ago
It is layer formed of sediment of our teeth that is dangerous to your health. So, it is compared to dangerous!
Prashant said:
1 decade ago
Dear All,
All the phrases are not the actual meaning so, keep in mind don't relate to their actual meaning.
All the phrases are not the actual meaning so, keep in mind don't relate to their actual meaning.
Abhay said:
8 years ago
To catch a Tartar means to deal with someone or something that proves unexpectedly troublesome or powerful.
Dhananjay kumar said:
1 decade ago
Tartar is a hard yellowish substance that forms on your teeth and cause them to decay if it is not removed.
Lubna Ashoor said:
9 years ago
Tartar is an alternative spelling of Tatar. Figuratively known as A person of a keen, irritable temper.
Gaurav said:
1 decade ago
The correct idiom is "to catch a tartar", where tartar means a violent or ferocious person.
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