idiom

ball and chain

ball and chain

One's spouse (derogatory but often affectionate); an ongoing burden

Definition

One's spouse (derogatory but often affectionate); an ongoing burden

Examples

  • She's his BALL AND CHAIN
  • His BALL AND CHAIN
  • Well, that's BALL AND CHAIN for you.

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