Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hang-out-your-a-shingle
idiom
/hæŋ aʊt jɔr ə ˈʃɪŋɡəl/
Definition
To establish or indicate that one is starting a profession or business.
Examples
- After finishing her law degree, she decided to hang out her shingle and start her own practice.
- He was excited to hang out his shingle as a freelance graphic designer after years of working for a company.
Meaning
This phrase originally referred to the practice of putting up a sign (or shingle) outside a place of business to signify its opening. It is often used informally to express that someone is beginning to offer their services, especially in freelance or consulting roles.
Synonyms
- set up shop
- start a business
- open for business
