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be full of oneself
/biː fˈʊl ɒv wɒnsˈɛlf/
/biː fˈʊl ʌv wʌnsˈɛlf/
to be full of oneself
[PHRASE]The origin and history of "be full of oneself"
Its origin is unclear, but it has been in use since the mid-19th century. It is thought to have developed from the idea of being filled up with one's own self-importance, leading to an inflated sense of ego. Some believe the phrase may have originated from the image of someone literally being filled with themselves, such as an actor who has a high opinion of their own performance. Regardless of its origins, "be full of oneself" remains a common expression in modern English.