new wine in an old bottle

Questions

What does new wine in an old bottle mean?

A significant change introduced to an entrenched system or method.

Where does new wine in an old bottle come from?

From Matthew 9:17 of the King James Bible.

How to pronounce new wine in an old bottle

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