B1 — Intermediate💼 Work & Money
Leccarsi i baffi
To lick one's lips (in anticipation of profit)
Literal Translation
"To lick one's moustache"
What it means
To be very pleased with a successful business outcome
Example in context
"Dopo aver firmato quel contratto milionario, si leccava i baffi."
"After signing that million-euro contract, he was licking his lips."
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