“Bread and butter”

Definition

A person’s main source of income.

Examples

Examples

“Consulting is his bread and butter.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Bread and butter" mean?
"Bread and butter" means a person’s main source of income..
How do you use "Bread and butter" in a sentence?
Example: "Consulting is his bread and butter."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Bread and butter"?
Основной источник дохода. / Մարդու հիմնական եկամտի աղբյուրը։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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