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whim-wham for a goose's bridle

whim-wham for a goose's bridle is the alternative form of wigwam for a goose's bridle.

Meaning of wigwam for a goose's bridle

Noun

wigwam for a goose's bridle

  1. (Australia) A hypothetical object or construct proposed as an explanation when one wishes to withhold certain information.
    • "Where you goin'?" he called.
      "To git a wigwam for a goose's bridle!" yelled Smiley insolently, recalling one of the sayings of Granny McKinley, the oldest inhabitant.1954, Moore Raymond, Smiley, page 41

Questions about whim-wham for a goose's bridle

What is whim-wham for a goose's bridle the alternative form of?
Whim-wham for a goose's bridle is the alternative form of wigwam for a goose's bridle.

Words near whim-wham for a goose's bridle in the dictionary

  1. whilome
  2. whilst
  3. whim
  4. WHIM syndrome
  5. whim-wham
  6. whim-wham for a goose's bridle
  7. whim-whams
  8. whimberries
  9. whimberry
  10. whimble
  11. whimbles

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