Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pay-through-the-nose
idiom
/peɪ θruː ðə noʊz/
Definition
To pay an excessively high price for something.
Examples
- When I tried to book a hotel at the last minute, I had to pay through the nose for a room.
- Many consumers end up paying through the nose for healthcare due to high insurance premiums.
- If you want to see the latest concert, be prepared to pay through the nose for a ticket!
Meaning
The phrase ‘pay-through-the-nose’ refers to situations where someone pays far more than what is considered reasonable or fair for a product or service, often due to a lack of alternatives or urgent need.
Synonyms
- overpay
- pay a premium
- robbed
