one to talk

English

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Noun

one to talk (plural ones to talk)

  1. (idiomatic) A person who hypocritically criticizes others for a fault that he/she also has.
    • 2011, H. E. Ellis, The Gods of Asphalt (page 46)
      “You're one to talk about being alone. You need Savannah so damn much it's screwing up any chance I've got for basketball.”

Usage notes
  • Often used with the adjective fine: "You're a fine one to talk!"
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