chink in one's armor
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
An area of vulnerability.
Where it’s used:
Used
Widespread English
Sources & notes
Imported from Wikipedia “English-language idioms” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29), pending review.
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Common questions
What does “chink in one's armor” mean?
An area of vulnerability.
Is “chink in one's armor” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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