BACKSEAT DRIVER


Meaning of BACKSEAT DRIVER in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷- noun

1. : a person who directs or attempts to direct the actions of the driver of a car from the backseat (as by unsolicited advice or warnings)

2. : any person especially in a subordinate position who intervenes or tries to intervene in the direction or conduct of affairs that are not his proper concern or responsibility

• backseat driving noun

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