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and don't play one on TV en · X

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Etymology

A reference to US television advertisements where well-known actors from medical shows were obliged to add the disclaimer "I'm not a doctor, but I play one on TV".

Meanings

  1. (humorous) A term often used after a person claims to have no expertise in a topic of discussion, but still wants to contribute a comment.
    • I'm not a financial expert and don't play one on TV, but I think now is a bad time to buy shares.