glass jaw

Meanings

• idiom

  A glass jaw is a fragile or weak chin, often used metaphorically to describe someone who is easily knocked out or defeated.

  - "After taking one punch, he had a glass jaw and was knocked out."
  - "Despite his tough exterior, he had a glass jaw when it came to arguments."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with glass jaw
jaw , aw , raw

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Variants

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glass jaw , glass jaws

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Etymology

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The origin of the term 'glass jaw' is believed to come from the boxing world, where a fighter with a weak chin would have a 'glass jaw' and be easily knocked out.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'glass jaw' is often used in boxing and martial arts to describe a fighter with a weak chin.

2. Some athletes have undergone surgery to strengthen their chin muscles and reduce the risk of having a glass jaw.

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Related Concepts

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1. weak chin: A physical condition where the chin is weaker than usual and can be easily injured or knocked out.

2. knockout: A state of temporary unconsciousness caused by a blow to the head.

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Culture

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The term 'glass jaw' has been used extensively in literature, particularly in boxing and sports contexts. It has also been used figuratively to describe people who are easily defeated or intimidated.

How to Memorize "glass jaw"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a fragile glass being held in the chin area. Imagine the glass shattering easily with a gentle tap or punch.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'glass jaw' with someone who is easily defeated or intimidated.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Glass Jaws Get Justified Annihilated Soon' to remember the meaning of 'glass jaw'.

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