prep_phrase
Meaning 1
To be dealt with or handled.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- I can't take on any more work. I already have enough on my plate.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
on one's plate
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prep_phrase
Meaning 2
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, plate.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- I put too much food on my plate — but it would be rude not to finish it now!
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From the metaphor of an amount of food ready to be eaten.
Across languages
Translations
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Polish: na głowie — Translations
- Spanish: entre manos — Translations