Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put-your-head-into-the-lions-mouth
idiom
/pʊt jʊər hɛd ˈɪntu ðə ˈlaɪənz maʊθ/
Definition
To put yourself in a risky or dangerous situation.
Examples
- By agreeing to lead the project without support, he really put his head into the lion’s mouth.
- Investing all your savings in that venture is like putting your head into the lion’s mouth.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that someone is willingly exposing themselves to potential harm or trouble, often by getting involved in a situation that could lead to negative consequences.
Synonyms
- take a risk
- court danger
- take a gamble
