mou5 mei5 fei1 to4冇尾飛陀冇尾飞陀
Jyutpingmou5 mei5 fei1 to4
Yalemóuh méih fēi tòh
Definition
Someone whose whereabouts are difficult to track; a person who disappears or never returns.
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How it's used
Literally referring to a flying top without a tail, this idiom describes someone whose movements are unpredictable and impossible to trace. It is often used with a sense of frustration or admiration for someone who disappears without leaving a trace or fulfilling a commitment. The imagery evokes a projectile that has no path to follow, making it impossible to anticipate where it will land.
Examples
He is always coming and going mysteriously, he really is someone you can never track down.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply busy or forgetful. It specifically implies a person who intentionally or habitually evades contact or leaves no trail behind.
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