make a pig's ear of something
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Definition & Meaning of "make a pig's ear of something "

to make a pig's ear of something
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to perform a task or activity very poorly, resulting in a negative outcome

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What is the origin of the idiom "make a pig's ear of something" and when to use it?

The idiom "make a pig's ear of something" is believed to have originated in the UK, where a pig's ear is a cheap and unappetizing cut of meat. The phrase is often used in a humorous or lighthearted way to describe situations where someone has made a mistake or failed to do something properly.

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