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lily-livered meaning in Hindi

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lily-livered

Asked in: SSC CGL 2023 T-1

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  1. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Lily-livered

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: A) Not brave

    Answer: Not brave
    Solution:
    • The idiom "lily-livered" is used to describe someone who is cowardly or lacking courage.
    • It comes from an old belief that the liver was the seat of courage; a "white" or "pale" liver (like a lily) implied fear or weakness.
    • Lily-livered means डरपोक या कमजोर दिल वाला
    • Therefore, the most appropriate meaning is: Not brave.

lily-livered – questions

Has lily-livered been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – lily-livered has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2023 T-1.

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