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The meaning of "prick up your ears"
"
Prick up your ears
"
Meaning:
Listen very carefully - like a dog or horse with erect ears.
Example:
Prick up your ears folks - this is important and I'll only be saying it once.
Where did it originate?:
Britain
, 16th century.
Where is it used?:
Worldwide
.
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