Apedia

Tail Wagging Important Dog Expression Refers Situation Reversal

Phrase/Idiom tail wagging the dog
Definition This expression refers to a situation where there is a reversal of roles, with the small or minor element having a controlling influence on the most important element.
Example If you let your kid decide on important matters, it will be a case of the tail wagging the dog!

Learn with these flashcards. Click next, previous, or up to navigate to more flashcards for this subject.

Next card: Gander take/have check heating system isn’t working i

Previous card: Problem tackle idiom means attack lot effort resolve

Up to card list: English Idioms & Phrases Dictionary