Square john In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "square john", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-12-27 11:12

Meaning of Square john

Synonyms:

square apple

Square john British noun phrase informal slang

This phrase is primarily used in criminal and prison communities.

A guy of integrity, respect, and adherence to the law.

Steven said his plan would not infringe on the rights of square johns.

Bill is a square john. Most of prisoners help him a lot.

Other phrases about:

fairly and squarely
straightforwardly
buck the system

To break the rules or refuse to adhere to the regulations.

Caught by the short hairs (or short and curlies)

To have someone completely under your control

cross my heart (and hope to die)

Used to say that what you're saying is true, or that you'll do what you promise . 

play by somebody's (own) rules
To obey the rules that one imposed.

Grammar and Usage of Square john

Plural nouns: square johns.

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one hand washes the other (and both wash the face)

Used to indicate that helping each other or working together toward the same goal will have advantages for everyone who is involved

Example:

The relationship between fashion and film is that one hand washes the other and both wash the face.

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