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What is the origin of the phrase dead as a dodo?
The saying "dead as a dodo" came from the fact that the dodo became a symbol of extinction of a species. Within 70-90 years of the dodo being discovered, it had been hunted and preyed to extinction. The saying "dead as a dodo" had a finality about it - it was irreversibly, undeniably dead, and there was no hope.
Another saying for dead as a dodo?
Another saying for "dead as a dodo" would be "dead as a doornail."
What does Dead as a dodo mean?
Well, dodo birds are dead and if someone says that it means you're dead like not almost but dead.
What is the origion of the phrase dead as a dodo?
Because dodo birds became extinct about 400 years ago, so therefore none survived. Therefore, if something's "dead as a dodo," it's undeniably dead.
How long does a dodo live for?
Its Dead...
Is Ned Kelly dead?
As a dodo.
What province is a dodo bird in?
They are dead.
What is a male dodo called?
Dead
Are Dodo birds extinct or endangered?
The dodo has been extinct since the 17th century. Hence the phrase, 'dead as a dodo'.
Are dodo birds dead?
no, dodos are extinct
What bird is found in expression as dead as a?
Dodo
How long are dodo birds dead for?
Well until the world ends, once its dead..its dead.
