thorn in the flesh



thorn in the flesh

A constant or persistent cause of annoyance, frustration, or trouble. My little brother is such a thorn in the flesh—he always wants to do stuff with me, especially when I'm trying to hang out with my friends.
See also: flesh, thorn

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
TreyTRAYEnglish
VerÓNicabe-RO-nee-kahSpanish
Dobromil-Czech (Rare), Medieval Slavic
RichieRICH-eeEnglish
KaedenKAY-dənEnglish (Modern)
Ieronimus-Late Roman