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词汇 just what the doctor ordered
释义
Idiom
just what the doctor ordered
Theme: CORRECTNESS
exactly what is required, especially for health or comfort.
That meal was delicious, Bob. lust what the doctor ordered.BOB: Would you like something to drink? MARY: Yes, a cold glass of water would be just what the doctor ordered.

Slang
just what the doctor ordered
Theme: EXACTLY
n. exactly what is needed.
This nice cool beer is just what the doctor ordered.A nice chat with friends is just what the doctor ordered.
Idiom
just what the doctor ordered
exactly what is wanted or needed.
An evening without the kids was just what the doctor ordered.
idiomjust what the doctor orderedused in order to say that something is exactly what you need:Bell as police chief is just what the doctor ordered - if anyone can reduce crime in this city, he can.After six losses, our 2-0 victory on Saturday was just what the doctor ordered.

just what the doctor ordered

Exactly the thing that is or was needed to help improve something or make one feel better. A short nap is just what the doctor ordered. You'll feel refreshed in no time. New lighting is just what the doctor ordered for the waiting room—it looks so much cheerier in here now!

just what the doctor ordered

Fig. exactly what is required, especially for health or comfort. That meal was delicious, Bob. Just what the doctor ordered. Bob: Would you like something to drink? Mary: Yes, a cold glass of water would be just what the doctor ordered.

just what the doctor ordered

Exactly what was needed. For example, This steak is just what the doctor ordered, or You've been a great help in our office-just what the doctor ordered. This expression alludes to a physician's prescription for a cure. [First half of 1900s]

just what the doctor ordered

If you say that something is just what the doctor ordered, you mean that it is extremely enjoyable or useful and helps to make you feel better or to improve a situation. `Meatballs in tomato sauce!' Max exclaimed happily. `Just what the doctor ordered.' A few days' break in Honolulu was just what the doctor ordered.

just what the doctor ˈordered

(humorous, saying) exactly what somebody wants or needs: Ah, a long, cool, refreshing drink! Just what the doctor ordered!

just what the doctor ordered

n. exactly what is needed. This nice cool beer is just what the doctor ordered.
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