PULLED ONE LEG Meaning and
Definition
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The phrase "pulled one's leg" refers to a figurative expression used to describe a situation where someone is engaging in playful teasing or joking with someone else, often resulting in the person being deceived or tricked temporarily. This idiom is commonly used in colloquial English and is primarily used to denote the act of intentionally misleading or fooling somebody with false information or exaggerated claims.
When someone "pulls someone's leg," they typically convey information that is not factual but presented in a convincing manner, enhancing the confusion of the deceived person. This expression is often employed in lighthearted situations amongst friends or colleagues, intending to create humor or amusement by getting a reaction out of the person being fooled. Though the deceived individual may feel momentarily gullible or embarrassed, the intent is usually harmless and meant to be taken in good spirits.
The origin of the phrase is unclear, but it is thought to have come from the practice of literally tripping someone by pulling their leg. However, as a figurative expression, it has deviated from its literal meaning to denote playful deception or trickery, without any physical aspect involved.
Common Misspellings for PULLED ONE LEG
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- 0ulled one leg
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- pukled one leg
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- puoled one leg
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- pullwd one leg
- pullsd one leg
- pulldd one leg
- pullrd one leg
