Tom, Dick and Harry
Tom, Dick and Harry
Tom, Dick and Harry is a phrase used in English to denote anyone or everyone. It is used to represent ordinary people or the average person in the street.
Pronunciation
Tom, Dick and Harry: /tɒm, dɪk ænd ˈhæri/
Etymology
The phrase originated in the English language and has been in use since the 17th century. The names Tom, Dick, and Harry were common male names in England at that time.
Usage
The phrase is often used in a context where one wants to refer to every possible person, without any discrimination or preference. For example, "I don't want every Tom, Dick, and Harry coming to my party."
Related Terms
- John Doe: A name used in legal proceedings to refer to an unknown or unspecified person.
- Average Joe: A term used in North America to refer to an average, ordinary person.
- Joe Bloggs: A name used in the UK and New Zealand to refer to an average, ordinary person.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tom, Dick and Harry
- Wikipedia's article - Tom, Dick and Harry
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