Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-shoot-yourself-in-the-foot
idiom
/tə ˈʃuːt jərˈsɛlf ɪn ðə fʊt/
Definition
To undermine or harm oneself by one’s own actions.
Examples
- By arguing with the boss in front of everyone, he really shot himself in the foot.
- If you don’t follow the rules, you might shoot yourself in the foot during the application process.
Meaning
The phrase ‘to shoot yourself in the foot’ refers to a situation where someone inadvertently causes problems for themselves, often by making a poor decision or acting impulsively.
Synonyms
- hinder oneself
- self-sabotage
- undermine oneself
