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It was noted in the 14th Century as 'heels over head' and referred to someone doing a cartwheel or summersault. It appeared in a book from the 1770's by Herbert Lawrence describing an act of violence - a kick in the face which sent him head over heals. In the 1800'S it appeared in the USA referring to someone who has falled head over heels in love
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What is an idiom for enamored?
"Head over heels in love" would be one idiom.
What type of literary device is head over heels?
Head over heels is an idiom because the meaning does not match what the words are saying.
What are some idioms in love?
One idiom describes being in love as being "head over heels."
Why do we say we're head over heels when we're happy Isn't that the way you normally are?
The original idiom was HEELS OVER HEAD -- which should explain things to you! It means you're so happy you're turning cartwheels.
Why is the expression head over heels versus heels over head?
The phrase emerged in the 14th century as "heels over head", which is more literally accurate, as "head over heels" is the more standard state of being. "Heels over head" evolved into "head over heels" in common use departing its literal meaning, probably for reasons of phrasal elegance.
Where did head over heels come from?
The first citation was in 1771 by Herbert Lawrence in a book that referred to someone getting a kick in the face and turning that person head over heels
What is the answer for hidden meanings brain teaser head heels?
If you mean the brain teaser/riddle where the word head is above the word heels then the answer is head over heels.As in the phrase, "Head over heels in love".
In a rebus puzzle what does head heels mean?
head over heels
When was Head over Heels - In This Life - created?
Head over Heels - In This Life - was created in 2007.
When was Head Over Heels released?
Head Over Heels was released on 02/02/2001.
What was the Production Budget for Head Over Heels?
The Production Budget for Head Over Heels was $14,000,000.
How much money did Head Over Heels gross worldwide?
Head Over Heels grossed $10,397,365 worldwide.
