Definitions for johnny-on-the-spot

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John′ny-on-the-spot′(n.)(pl.)Johnnies-on-the-spot.

  1. a person who is on hand to perform a service or seize an opportunity.

    Category: Informal

Origin of Johnny-on-the-spot:

1860–65


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