Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
have-the-wood-on
idiom
/hæv ðə wʊd ɒn/
Definition
To have an advantage over someone or something, often through knowledge or experience.
Examples
- Even though he was new to the team, he seemed to have the wood on everyone regarding the project details.
- She always has the wood on her competitors, thanks to her vast experience in the industry.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that one party possesses a better position or understanding in a situation, allowing them to gain the upper hand.
Synonyms
- have the upper hand
- hold an advantage
- be ahead
