Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on one's head
idiom
/ɒn wʌnz hɛd/
Definition
To bear the responsibility or blame for something.
Examples
- When the project failed, the manager said the mistakes were all on his head.
- She took the blame for the argument, stating it was on her head.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that a person is accountable for the consequences of an action or situation, often implying a level of burden that one must carry.
Synonyms
- On one’s shoulders
- Responsible
- Accountable
