Fat cat meaning in English
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Definition
a fat cat: a rich and privileged person
The expression fat cat is derogatory and is often used to refer to politicians or businessmen.
Examples
- "Typical rich fat cat, not even a few coins to help a homeless guy out!"
Exercise 1
The man on the subway insults Kevin in several ways.
He comments on:
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all that apply.
He comments on:
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all that apply.
The man on the subway insults Kevin in several ways.
He comments on:
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all that apply.
He comments on:
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all that apply.
The man on the subway says that Kevin is wearing "overpriced shoes", which means that he is wearing "expensive" shoes. "Shoes" are worn on the feet to protect them.
The man on the subway never comments upon Kevin's political opinions. It is actually the man on the subway who gives Kevin his own opinions on politics.
The man on the subway says that Kevin has a "fancy haircut". A "haircut" refers to the act of cutting one's hair, or the style in which it is cut. The man calls Kevin's haircut "fancy", which means that it is "chic" or "elegant", and likely expensive. Kevin says that he is "wearing a hat", and it is therefore impossible for the man to see Kevin's haircut.
The man on the subway calls Kevin "a fat cat" a term which refers to a wealthy, privileged person. This term is generally applied to rich people who are out of touch with the everyday problems of the common person. When the man calls Kevin a "fat cat", he is not referring to Kevin's figure or his size, but rather to him being "an aristocrat".
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