Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
keep-someone-out-of-your-hair
idiom
/kip ˈsʌmˌwʌn ˈaʊt əv jʊər hɛr/
Definition
To prevent someone from bothering or interfering with you.
Examples
- She decided to hire a babysitter to keep the kids out of her hair while she worked.
- He uses headphones to keep people out of his hair during his study time.
- After the noisy party, I needed a quiet day to keep my coworkers out of my hair.
Meaning
The phrase suggests maintaining distance from someone who may be intrusive or distracting. It can be used to express the desire for personal space or independence.
Synonyms
- leave someone alone
- give space
- distract
