Meaning of cool one's heels in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    cool one's heels

    Definitions

    1. wait or pass the time aimlessly or futilely

    Examples

    • « be kept waiting »
    • « She kicked her heels for hours at the gate of the Embassy »

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