Question

Choose the exact meaning of the idioms/phrases.

Mr. Gupta, who is one of the trustees of a big charity, is suspected of feathering his own nest.

• A. Being lazy in doing his work
• B. Being too generous
• C. Neglecting his job
• D. Making money through unfair means

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Making money through unfair means

The phrase 'feathering his own nest' means 'To make yourself rich by unfair means'.

Option D is correct. 'Making money through unfair means' is close in meaning to the required meaning. Thus, it is the correct answer.

Options A, B and C are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.