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Straw that broke the camel's back meaning

What does the saying 'Straw that broke the camel's back' mean?

Idiom: Straw that broke the camel's back

Meaning:

The straw that broke the camel's back is the problem that made you lose your temper or the problem that finally brought about the collapse of something.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Animals | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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