The idiom "fish out of water" originates from the observation of a fish being removed from its natural habitat, water, and placed in an unfamiliar environment. This expression is used metaphorically to describe someone who feels uncomfortable, out of place, or awkward in a particular situation or environment that is unfamiliar or incompatible with their usual experiences or characteristics.

Визначення та значення слова «fish out of water» англійською мовою

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