Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
like-a-cheshire-cat
idiom
/ˈlaɪk ə ˌʧɛʃɪr kæṭ/
Definition
A phrase used to describe someone who is smiling broadly or appears very pleased, often in a mysterious or secretive way.
Examples
- She walked into the room like-a-cheshire-cat after receiving the good news.
- He had a grin like-a-cheshire-cat when he won the competition.
Meaning
The expression originates from Lewis Carroll’s character, the Cheshire Cat, who is known for his wide grin and ability to appear and disappear at will.
Synonyms
- grinning ear to ear
- smiling broadly
- beaming
