off the rails
сойти с рельсов
In an abnormal manner, especially in a manner that causes damage or malfunctioningIn an abnormal manner, especially in a manner that causes damage or malfunctioning.
Meaning
5 senses(idiomatic)In an abnormal manner, especially in a manner that causes damage or malfunctioning.
сойти с рельсовsojti s relʹsov
(idiomatic)Insane.
(idiomatic)Off the intended path.
(idiomatic)Out of control.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see off, rail.
Translations
4 languagesРусский
By meaning 1
in an abnormal manner:
Origin
Suggesting the derailment of a locomotive.Suggesting the derailment of a locomotive.
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