stick-in-the-mud
|stick/in/the/mud|
B2
/ˈstɪk ɪn ðə mʌd/
resistant to change
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stick-in-the-mud' originates from the literal image of a stick being stuck in mud, symbolizing someone who is stuck in their ways.
Historical Evolution
The phrase 'stick-in-the-mud' has been used since the 18th century to describe someone who is resistant to change.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to someone physically stuck, but evolved to describe a metaphorical resistance to change.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is resistant to change or new ideas, often seen as dull or old-fashioned.
He's such a stick-in-the-mud, always refusing to try anything new.
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Last updated: 2025/01/25 11:50