| 词汇 | take somebody's name in vain |
| 释义 | take (one's) name in vainTo speak about someone when they are not present, as in a critical manner. The phrase comes from one of the Ten Commandments, which prohibits taking God's name in vain. Hey, I heard that! Don't take my name in vain! take somebody’s name in ˈvainshow a lack of respect when using somebody’s name: I get very upset when people take God’s name in vain.(humorous) Have you been taking my name in vain again?This expression comes from the Bible. |
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