گزارش خطا در معنی کلمه 'thing or two'

1 general:: Phrase(s): *a thing or two (about someone or something) 1. bits of information or criticism about someone or something; a few facts about someone or something. (*Typically: find out ~; know ~; learn ~; tell someone ~.) • I told Bob a thing or two about cars. • I know a thing or two about Mary that would really shock you. 2. a few points of criticism about someone or something. (*Typically: tell someone ~.) • I told her a thing or two about her precious little boy! • Let me tell you a thing or two about your messy yard!

2 general:: Quite a lot, as in You can count on Bob to tell you a thing or two about Iran. This term is nearly always an understatement. [Mid-1800s] Also see under KNOW ALL THE ANSWERS.