Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

neither-hide-nor-hair

idiom
/ˈnaɪðər haɪd nɔr hɛr/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that there is no trace or evidence of someone or something.
Examples
  • After searching the entire house, we found neither hide nor hair of the missing cat.
  • Despite his promises, there was neither hide nor hair of him when I arrived at the meeting.
Meaning
This expression conveys a complete absence of any sign or appearance of a person or thing, emphasizing that there is nothing to be found.
Synonyms
  • not a trace
  • not a sign
  • no evidence