What does "carpet" mean?
See carpet in WNW Idioms
on the carpet
- under consideration
- before someone in authority, in order to be reprimanded
See carpet in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms
on the carpet
- In a position of being reprimanded by one in authority: was called on the carpet for cheating.
- Under discussion or consideration: Several important matters will be on the carpet at today's meeting.
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