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It means born into an aristocratic or very rich family.
The above answer is true, but the truth of this saying goes much father than just being born rich.
In days when the peasants were dying in large numbers from plagues and illnesses the rich & affluent would give their babies a silver spoon to suck on to boost the immune system. This is a partial reason why the wealthy didn't die when plagues were killing off most of the population, they could afford better sanitation and silver spoons, the peasants could not.
It means that one was born into a wealthy and influential family and was therefore able to enjoy privileges and advantages that only the wealthy can enjoy.
Well, considering that silverware and cutlery used to be a sign of wealth, to me this expression means to be "well-born"; basically, being fed your porridge with a silver spoon, being used from the very start to best quality things (thus believing them to be "the norm")... Possibly implying a whimsical, spoilt brat, who will have a long way to adulthood and proper understanding of life. (But that might be personal interpretation
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In Countee Cullen's Saturday's Child what does Some are teethed on a silver spoon with the stars strung for a rattle you cut your teeth as the black raccoon--For implements of battle mean?
Teethed with a silver spoon: Born with a 'silver spoon in your mouth': wealthy, one who has opportunities, one who is free from hardship; struggle. Stars Strung for a rattle: Born with the world at your free. Born with many opportunities. As the black racoon--for implements of battle: Black is interpreted as being of African American descent. Racoon- needing animalisitic instincts to survive thus--teeth as implements of battle Also; needing to battle in a world in which nothing is given to 'them' freely. Must fight for everything you want; must fight even for everything you need.
What does SPNS mean?
Silver plated nickel silver
What does zipper your mouth mean?
it means Close your mouth. AKA stop talking.
What does wym mean?
win you my mom
What does CIM mean in escort terminology?
It is short for 'come in mouth' or 'ejaculate in mouth', referring to fellatio (oral sex, penis to mouth).
What does born with all 3 spoons mean?
it means ridiculously well off since birth (cough Paris Hilton cough)like born with a silver spoon in your mouth but gold and bronze as well
What does argente mean on a Dutch silver coloured spoon?
silver
What does IS stamped on a silver spoon mean?
The "IS" stamp on a silver spoon likely stands for International Silver Co, which was a prominent American silver manufacturer. The stamp helps to identify the manufacturer of the spoon and can also sometimes indicate the silver content of the piece.
What does 925 on a spoon mean?
The marking 925 on a spoon indicates that the spoon is made of sterling silver, which is an alloy containing 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, typically copper. This marking is a standard for silverware and indicates the purity of the silver used in the spoon.
What does brand ware 225 on a silver spoon mean?
Don't no
What does sn on back of silver spoon mean?
Matt Hall
What does EP Korea mean on the back of silver serving spoon?
Electro plated in Korea.
What does 'pearl silver' mean on the reverse of a silver spoon?
The phrase "pearl silver" was stamped on flatware that was actually nickel silver, that is made of copper, zinc and nickel with no silver content.
In Countee Cullen's Saturday's Child what does Some are teethed on a silver spoon with the stars strung for a rattle you cut your teeth as the black raccoon--For implements of battle mean?
Teethed with a silver spoon: Born with a 'silver spoon in your mouth': wealthy, one who has opportunities, one who is free from hardship; struggle. Stars Strung for a rattle: Born with the world at your free. Born with many opportunities. As the black racoon--for implements of battle: Black is interpreted as being of African American descent. Racoon- needing animalisitic instincts to survive thus--teeth as implements of battle Also; needing to battle in a world in which nothing is given to 'them' freely. Must fight for everything you want; must fight even for everything you need.
What does RD mean on back of silver plated spoon made in England RD 774375?
Royal Dalton
What does aa1 mean on the back of a spoon?
It probably means that you have a spoon with a maker's hallmark on it. I'm not familiar with that particular hallmark but it's likely silver or at least sliver plated.
What does 800 marked on a spoon mean?
The marking "800" on a spoon typically indicates that the spoon is made of 800 silver, which means it contains 80% silver and 20% other metals. This standard is commonly used in European silverware, denoting its quality and authenticity. The higher the silver content, the more valuable the piece is considered. Always check for additional markings to determine the exact origin and quality of the silver.
