Question

What do you understand by " "shrivelled up like a nut " ....is the usage in context justified ?

Answer 1

Answer:

Crocker-Harris is a teacher who would not compromise on the rules and regulations to suffice the sentiments of students. ... It seems that the students respect him out of fear. He does not showcase his feeling in front of his students. He is “shrivelled up inside like a nut and seems to hate people to like him”.