nip and tuck的词源

英文词源

nip (n.2)

"a pinch; a sharp bite," 1540s, from nip (v.). Meaning "a chill in the weather" is from 1610s, probably so called for its effect on vegetation. Nip and tuck "a close thing" is recorded from 1832, perhaps from sailing or tailoring.

中文词源

nip and tuck：势均力敌

即裤夹和裤脚，引申词义势均力敌。

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