teach·er's pet

(tē′chərz)

1. A student in special favor with a teacher.

2. One who has gained favor with an authority.

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Noun

teacher's pet - the teacher's favorite student

darling, dearie, deary, ducky, favorite, favourite, pet - a special loved one

Translations

teacher's pet

n (fam, pej) → beniamino dell'insegnante

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