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Faunamorphs & Floramorphs

A Lexicon Drawn from the Natural World

Curiosity killed the cat

Home The Lexicon Curiosity killed the cat

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Curiosity killed the cat

Definition

Excessive curiosity or meddling can lead to trouble or danger.

Language

English

Type

Faunamorph

Subcategory

Felines

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Sayings/Similes/Aphorisms/Proverbs

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