The phrase (or "cut one's teeth" ) has both a literal and a figurative meaning. Literal Meaning
: "The baby is crying because she’s cutting her first tooth". Figurative Idiom: "Cut one's teeth on" cut_a_tooth
As an idiom, to something means to gain your first experience or learn basic skills in a particular field, often through a specific project or job. It suggests a foundational period of learning that prepares you for more advanced work. The phrase (or "cut one's teeth" ) has