Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
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To clip one’s wings
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- to stop one from flying
- to trim the leaves
- to deprive one of power
- to hurt a bird
Correct Option: C
to clip one’s wings : to restrict a person’s freedom or power. Here, to deprive one of power is the right option. Look at the sentence :
● In rural India parents generally clip the wings of their daughters.
