Idioms title

The Idiom Attic - a collection of hundreds of English idioms, each one explained.

The meaning of "play safe"

" Play safe "
Meaning:
Avoid risk.
Example:
We could have invested in that new stock but we decided to play safe and wait for a more secure place for our money.
Where did it originate?:
USA, late 19th century.
Where is it used?:
Hear the idiom spoken:
More idioms about:   sport   risk   america  

 We are also on Facebook

 Copyright Gary Martin