big mouth

See also: bigmouth

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Noun

big mouth (plural big mouths)

  1. (idiomatic, often derogatory) The mouth of someone who talks too much, especially by making exaggerated claims or by inappropriately revealing information.
    Shut your big mouth or I'll shut it for you.
  2. (idiomatic, often derogatory) A person who talks too much, especially by making exaggerated claims or by inappropriately revealing information.
    Shut up, big mouth!

Usage notes

  • Numerous common phrases involve one's "big mouth" or "mouth" being shut or open.

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