add another string to (one's) bow

add another string to (one's) bow

To gain another skill, ability, or offering. Luckily, I had added another string to my bow with my degree in graphic design, so I was able to pick up some freelance work when my hours were cut back at the office. A: "I'm thinking of taking up French." B: "Go for it! It's always good to add another string to your bow."
See also: add, another, bow, string
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • another string to (one's) bow
  • another string to your bow
  • tie (something) up in a bow
  • have a second string to (one's) bow
  • bow out of the running
  • pussycat
  • pussycat bow
  • pussy bow
  • have your wits about you
  • get wits about one