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Meaning of thumbs down

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

thumbs down

verb

Definitions

  1. To get (a passing vehicle) to stop and give one a ride, signalling to the driver by holding out one's thumb (as a hitchhiker)

    Example: I was stranded in the middle of nowhere, but luckily I managed to thumb down a passing car.

  2. To disapprove or reject

noun

Definitions

  1. A gesture signifying disapproval; a thumb pointing down out of a fist.

    Example: He shook his head and gave a thumbs down.

  2. A rejection or refusal.

    Example: We requested permission but got a thumbs-down.