take one's word . take one's word {v. phr.} To believe one's promise. Herb took Eric's word when he promised to pay up his debt. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: T Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Add my comment
