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Chicken feed
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pár drobných, malá suma peněz
an extremely small amount of money
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "chicken feed" and when to use it?
The idiom "chicken feed" originates from the practice of feeding chickens with inexpensive grains and seeds. In this context, "feed" refers to the food provided to chickens, and "chicken feed" denotes something of little value or significance. It is used to describe a small or insignificant amount of money, usually considered to be paltry or meager.
Example
After working for hours, he received only chicken feed for his efforts, which was hardly enough to cover his expenses.
Po hodinách práce dostal za své úsilí jen pár drobných, což sotva pokrylo jeho výdaje.
She invested a lot of time and effort into the project but ended up with a salary that felt like chicken feed.
Investovala do projektu spoustu času a úsilí, ale nakonec skončila se mzdou, která se jí zdála jako pár drobných.
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metamfetamin, methedrin
an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
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drůbeží krmivo, sypká směs pro drůbež
dry mash for poultry
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