Meaning Of The Word Velvet glove
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Velvet glove Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Velvet glove?
velvet glove in American English
an outwardly gentle or friendly manner used to disguise one's firm or ruthless determination velvet glove in British English gentleness or caution, often concealing strength or determination (esp in the phrase an iron fist or hand in a velvet glove) noun: a glove made from velvet |
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