wrap (someone) around (one's) (little) finger



wrap (someone) around (one's) (little) finger

To gain complete control, dominance, or mastery over somebody; to make someone do whatever one wishes. The spoiled little brat has completely wrapped his parents around his little finger. Everyone accused her of wrapping the boss around her finger.
See also: around, finger, wrap

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Richmal-English (Rare)
Patriciopah-TREE-thyo (Spanish), pah-TREE-syo (Latin American Spanish)Spanish
Bonaccorso-Italian
Somboon-Thai
Shay[ʃei]
Jan (3)-Medieval English