2019 · Q92
Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate meaning.
Nip in the bud
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- APrevent a small problem before it becomes big
- BPrevent the big problems
- CMake it severe
- DBeating the problem
Explanation
To "nip in the bud" is to stop something while it is still small — preventing a small problem before it becomes big. It does not mean making it severe or merely beating an already-big problem. Hence (A).