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kisses of death

kisses of death is the plural of kiss of death.

Meaning of kiss of death

Noun

kiss of death (plural kisses of death)

  1. A kiss on the cheek that signifies the death of the receiver, as delivered by a mob boss or one with such influence.
  2. (idiomatic, informal) Something that may seem good and favorable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc.
    • The role in the soap opera was the kiss of death for Ann's career as a theatrical actress.

Questions about kisses of death

What is kisses of death the plural of?
Kisses of death is the plural of kiss of death.

Words near kisses of death in the dictionary

  1. kisses and tells
  2. kisses arse
  3. kisses ass
  4. kisses goodbye
  5. kisses hands
  6. kisses of death
  7. kisses of life
  8. kisses of peace
  9. kisses off
  10. kisses one's teeth
  11. kisses out

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