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In theatre, it was considered bad luck to wish someone good luck before a performance. By telling them to "break a leg!", that was reversed- by wishing them bad luck, you would bring good luck. It has become a theatre tradition.
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Define and give an example of an idiom?
An idiom is a phrase or expression that typically cannot be understood by the literal meanings of its individual words. For example, "break a leg" is an idiom used to wish someone good luck in a performance, but it does not literally mean to break a leg.
Where did the idiom an arm for a leg originate from?
This is not an idiom that I have ever heard. Perhaps you mean an arm AND a leg, which is an exaggerated way of saying something is really expensive.
What does it mean when somebody says 'break a leg'"?
The phrase "break a leg" is a common idiom used to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance or important event. It is believed to have originated in the theater world as a way to counteract bad luck by wishing the opposite.
What does the idiom break camp mean?
It's not an idiom. To break camp means to break it up, to pack your things and leave the area. It can be used as slang, however, to mean a group "packing up" and leaving.
Is break a leg an idiom?
Yes it is an idiom.. "break a leg" means "good luck".... if you want to know just watch the movie of high school musical part one... :P
What does the idiom to stretch your arms and legs mean?
This is not an idiom. It actually means to stretch your arms and legs. To take a break.
Can you give a sentence using the idiom break a leg?
"Break a leg" is said to actors before they go onstage. It means "good luck". Examples: As they were going on stage I told him to break a leg but he slipped and he did, now he won't talk to me any more. "You'll do great, Nick," said Jeff. "Break a leg,"
What does the term break a leg really mean?
In the theater," break a leg," is a well wish for a great show.
What does the idiom shake a leg mean?
It means.. Take action or Get going or Get moving or move quickerShake a leg means to hurry up. For example "Shake a leg we are already late for the game."
Does break a bone mean good luck?
No, the expression 'break a leg' means good luck. "Break a leg" means "good luck" among show business people, but it doesn't mean "break a bone in your leg"; it means "take a bow" (by bending a knee).
What is an idiom for the word advantage?
get a leg up on
Is daddy long leg an idiom?
No, "daddy long leg" is not an idiom. It refers to a type of arachnid with long, thin legs, also known as a harvestman.
