known quantity



known quantity

someone whose character, personality, and behavior are recognized and understood. We need not worry about how John will behave. He is a known quantity. Lisa is a known quantity and I am sure she will not surprise us by voting with the opposition.
See also: known, quantity

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Reiṙe:Japanese
ValÉRiane-French
JunoJOO-no (English)Roman Mythology
KizzieKIZ-eeEnglish
Webb[web]
Ken (1)KENEnglish