handle someone with kid gloves
Meaning: To treat someone cautiously or gently because he or she is easily hurt or angered.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Daily Life
Origin: The expression literally means to handle someone with gloves made of very soft kid (young goat) leather.
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