Meaning of every man for himself | Babel Free
ˈɛv.(ə.)ɹi mæn fɔː(ɹ)hɪmˈsɛlfDefinitions
- A command, issued in case of shipwreck, that crew members are relieved of all duties and should try to save themselves.
- An expression of indifference, describing or advocating selfishness, lack of comradeship etc.
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Examples
“Men, you have⟳ done your full duty. You can do no more. Abandon your cabin. Now it's every man for himself.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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