Done In Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

This database is a comprehensive collection of all the American idioms and slang available. American Idioms are many and varied. We hope you enjoy our collection. We are adding more all the time. .

done in What does done in mean?	to be tired, to be exhausted	I was done in so I went to bed early.
done in What does done in mean?	to be tired, to be exhausted	I was done in so I went to bed early.
	Some Random Idioms
twofer What does "twofer" mean?	two items for the price of one

lay the groundwork for (something) What does "lay the groundwork for (something)" mean?	to build the foundation or basis of something, to do the basic work that will lead to future success	The new training program will lay the groundwork for the future success of the company.
slit one`s (own) throat What does "slit one`s (own) throat" mean?	to experience certain failure, to do something that will cause problems now or in the future	The man is slitting his own throat to come to work late every day.
in one`s face What does "in one`s face" mean?	abruptly, unexpectedly	The plan blew up in our face just as we were ready to start.
Cut to the quick What does "Cut to the quick" mean?	If someone's cut to the quick by something, they are very hurt and upset indeed.
rat fink What does "rat fink" mean?	informant; snitch
scam What does "scam" mean?	deception; swindle; con; v. deceive; steal; con somebody out of
burn a hole in one`s pocket What does "burn a hole in one`s pocket" mean?	to stimulate someone to spend money quickly	The money was burning a hole in the man's pocket when he decided to go to the casino.

American Idioms and Expressions

Done In Idiom