a great one for
a great one for (doing something)
Prone or apt to do something (typically because one likes it). Often used in the negative. I hate talking on the phone, so I'm not a great one for returning phone calls.
See also: great, one
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
a great one for
a habitual doer of; an enthusiast for. 1994 Romesh Gunesekera Reef Early on I learned the value of making lists from watching Mister Salgado. He was a great one for lists.
See also: great, one
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- a great one for (doing something)
- have to go some
- have to go some to (do something)
- map
- all over the map
- a great many
- great many
- gone to the great (something) in the sky
- (as) tough as old boots
- tough as old boots