jack of all trades
Meaning: A person who knows a little about a lot of different subjects or activities, but not a lot about any one of them.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Daily Life
Origin: The expression is part of the saying "He's a jack of all trades but a master of none." Being described as a jack of all trades can be either a compliment (usually when it is used without the second half of the saying) or an insult (when it occurs in the saying and the emphasis is on the fact that one is master of none).
More idioms — Daily Life
- john hancock — One's signature.
- johnny-come-lately — A newcomer.
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- jumping-off point — A starting place or inspiration.
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- keep one's eyes peeled — To be alert and watchful; to look very carefully for something or someone.
More English idioms
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- keep one's wits about one — To pay attention and be ready to react.
- keep someone at arm's length — To keep someone at a distance emotionally.
- keep something under one's hat — To keep something secret.
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