fool's mate
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Well, you've got a fool's mate in Sir George Covert, the insufferable dandy!
From The Maid-At-Arms by Robert W. (Robert William) Chambers
Helena's knowledge of motor cars and engine trouble was not extensive—she was conversant only with the "fool's mate" of motoring.
From The Miracle Man by Frank L. (Frank Lucius) Packard
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