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clever clogs

DLH
User since 2011
Posts: 3

8 Feb. 2011

Does someone know the meaning of "clever clogs!?
Thanks

4 comments

  • User since 2011
    Posts: 6

    11 Dec. 2011

    From DLH:
    OK. I've seen the answer on page 2!

     
  • User since 2011
    Posts: 3

    9 Feb. 2011

    OK. I've seen the answer on page 2!
  • User since 2011
    Posts: 3

    8 Feb. 2011

    Does someone know the meaning of "clever clogs!?
    Thanks
  • User since 2006
    Posts: 2715

    12 Dec. 2011

    As one is said 'clever clogs', they might be called 'know-it-all' as well. By joining two words that are sort of opposite (a clog, wooden shoe, and clever) British people are teasing.


    He is a clever clogs -> French: c'est un petit malin.

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