Idiom of the day :- Flea in one’s ear

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

When a dog has a flea in his ear he’s confused and distressed. When a person gets aflea in his ear, he too is distressed for a flea in one’s ear is a harsh scolding. ‘Howard’s feeling miserable. The boss gave him a flea in his ear for being late to work today.’