fetch and carry
The phrase "fetch and carry" is commonly used to describe performing basic errands or tasks, often in a subservient manner.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic, informal)To perform basic errands or tasks, often involving retrieving and delivering items for someone else.
Example
- She spent the afternoon fetching and carrying for her boss.
C1Historical
(dated)To carry gossip or news from one person to another.
Example
- In the old days, she was known for fetching and carrying tales around the village.
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