wet blanket

Noun

A person who spoils other people's fun by failing to join in with or by disapproving of their activities.

ریشه

Derived from the literal meaning of a 'wet blanket' being used to extinguish fires, thus metaphorically referring to someone who 'puts out' the 'fire' of enjoyment or enthusiasm.

مثال

• Don't be such a wet blanket, join the party!
• He's a wet blanket, always spoiling our fun.
• She was accused of being a wet blanket when she refused to participate in the prank.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Be a wet blanket Accuse of being a wet blanket Don't be a wet blanket