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Champ at the bit meaning

What does the saying 'Champ at the bit' mean?

Idiom: Champ at the bit

Meaning:

If someone is champing at the bit, they are very eager to accomplish something.  ('Chomping at the bit' is also used.)
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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