lead with one's chin



lead with one's chin

Take a risk, behave without caution. For example, Gordon always says exactly what he thinks; he never minds leading with his chin. This term alludes to a boxer leaving his chin, a vulnerable point, unprotected. [Mid-1900s]
See also: chin, lead

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Anzo-Ancient Germanic
Arushi-Hinduism, Indian, Hindi
Gilchrist-Scottish
Vincent['vinsənt]
Bampton['bæmptən]
Odysseuso-DIS-ee-əs (English)Greek Mythology