Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wear-the-trousers
idiom
/wɛr ðə ˈtraʊzərz/
Definition
To be the person who makes the decisions in a relationship, often implying that one partner has more authority or control over the other.
Examples
- In their marriage, she definitely wears the trousers and makes all the important decisions.
- During meetings, he tends to wear the trousers, always directing the conversation and determining the agenda.
Meaning
This phrase suggests a dynamic where one individual in a relationship is dominant, often associated with taking charge in decision-making roles.
Synonyms
- Be in charge
- Take the lead
- Call the shots
