burn a hole in one's pocket
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"[burn] a hole in {one's} pocket"의 정의 및 의미

to burn a hole in one's pocket
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과도한 지출

to have a strong desire to spend money quickly or impulsively, often resulting in reckless spending habits
to [burn] a hole in {one's} pocket definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "burn a hole in one's pocket" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "burn a hole in one's pocket" is uncertain, but it likely developed from the imagery of money figuratively burning or itching to be spent. This phrase is used to describe a strong desire or impulse to spend money quickly and impulsively.

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After receiving his bonus, he felt like the money was burning a hole in his pocket and immediately went on a shopping spree.
She won a small lottery prize and felt the money was burning a hole in her pocket, prompting her to splurge on luxury items.
The child was so excited about her birthday money that it seemed to burn a hole in her pocket, and she couldn't wait to spend it on toys.
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