every miller draws water to his own mill
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
People are primarily concerned with their own interests.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
As the saying goes, 'every miller draws water to his own mill.'
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “every miller draws water to his own mill” mean?
People are primarily concerned with their own interests.
Is “every miller draws water to his own mill” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.