词组 | over a barrel also over the barrel |
释义 | over a barrel also over the barreladv. phr.informal In the power of your enemies; not able to do anything about what happens to you; in a helpless condition; trapped. 〖非正式〗受制于敌人;一筹莫展;处于无助的状况;陷于困境。◆ Bill had Tom over a barrel because Tom owed him money.比尔可以任意支配汤姆,因为汤姆欠他钱。 |
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