Down in the mouth

A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z

Origin of Phrases - D

Down in the mouth

Meaning: To be depressed or sad.

Example: I've been feeling a bit down in the mouth lately. I realize that my pants keep getting smaller, and newspapers are printed in smaller type.

Origin: In all cultures and throughout history sad persons have had the corners of their mouth turned down in what is the recognized symbol of sadness, the frown. "Down in the mouth" refers to the down turned corners of the mouth.

{/googleAds}