sheep in wolf's clothing

noun

Etymology

Humorous alteration of wolf in sheep's clothing.

Definitions

  1. Someone or something that appears fierce or threatening but is actually harmless or means…

    Someone or something that appears fierce or threatening but is actually harmless or means no harm.

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