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Mind Your P's and Q's meaning

What does the saying 'Mind Your P's and Q's' mean?

Idiom: Mind Your P's and Q's

Meaning:

If you are careful about the way you behave and are polite, you mind Your P's and Q's.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used

Meaning:

This is used as a way of telling someone to be polite and behave well.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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