Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a chip off the old block
idiom
/ə tʃɪp ɒf ði oʊld blɒk/
Definition
A person who resembles their parent in appearance or character.
Examples
- Just like his father, he is a chip off the old block, always working hard.
- Her artistic talent shows that she is truly a chip off the old block, just like her mother.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe someone who has inherited traits or behaviors from their parent. It indicates a strong similarity between the child and the parent.
Synonyms
- like father, like son
- spitting image
- mini-me
