Ellen
What does this expression mean:"of the first water"? Please, explain me what the phrase above means. And if you can, give a few examples of using.
2013年1月17日 12:04
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1) " of the first water " refers to a grading system for gems/diamonds for their color or luster ,it reflects the greatest purity and perfection of their complexion, which ought to be that of the clearest drop of water. 2) the most extreme kind or top of the league -- he is a fool of the first water. 3) the highest grade or best quality/finest quality of something/someone -- He is an artist of the first water.
2013年1月17日
This must be a British phrase or something; I've never heard of it in America.
2013年1月22日
Thank you for "explain to me"))
2013年1月19日
the highest grade or best quality/finest quality of something/someone -- He is an artist of the first water.
2013年1月17日
Tip: use "explain to me", because "explain me" means you want an explanation of yourself, not of the topic! ;)
2013年1月17日
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