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When there is not much space, a person may say there isn't enough room to swing a cat. The phrase has been used throughout history as a way of saying the room is small or the apartment is small.

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Which cat is meant in the phrase not enough room to swing a cat?

That would be the "cat 'o nine tails", a whip used on sailors in the bad old days of sailing ships and press-ganged sailors. As you can imagine, it takes a certain amount of room to get a good back swing on even a relatively short whip, and if there isn't space to get that back swing, there isn't enough room to swing a cat.


How big must a room be to swing a cat?

About nine feet by nine feet. The expression 'enough room to swing a/the cat' harks back to the space needed, behind the flogger, to accommodate the back-swing the cat-of-nine-tails lash that was used to flog sailors, back in the day


No room to swing a cat mean?

No room to swing a cat referers to a very small area.


What is the meaning for no room for swinging a cat?

From the British (Royal) Navy and Army and refers to there being not enough room to effectively swing a cat o' nine tails, commonly shortened to 'the cat', which is a type of multi-tailed whipping device that originated as an implement for severe physical punishment.Space on a ship or army billet was often cramped and often the complaint was that there was not enough room to swing a 'cat'.


What is the origion of the idiom- not enough room to swing a cat?

The cat referred to is the cat o' nine tails, a whip with nine strands attached to a single handle. Whipping with the "cat" was a favored form of punishment in Britain's Royal Navy and other navies in the age of sail. Punishment was carried out on deck in full view of the crew. Of course, the smaller the ship the less space there was available to administer punishment. A ship of the line or a frigate would have plenty of room to whip the offending sailor, but a very small ship may not have room to "swing a cat" without hitting part of the ship.


What are the ratings and certificates for Swing Cat's Jamboree - 1938?

Swing Cat's Jamboree - 1938 is rated/received certificates of: USA:Approved


What are the release dates for Swing Cat's Jamboree - 1938?

Swing Cat's Jamboree - 1938 was released on: USA: 6 August 1938


Why is your old cat always hungry?

Maybe the kitty isnt fed.


Is it okay if I keep my cat in my room?

Yes, it is generally okay to keep your cat in your room as long as it has enough space, food, water, and a litter box. Make sure to provide toys and attention for mental stimulation and exercise.


Can I keep my cat in one room?

Yes, you can keep your cat in one room, but it is important to ensure the room is safe, comfortable, and provides enough space for the cat to move around and exercise. Make sure to provide food, water, a litter box, and toys to keep your cat happy and healthy. It is also recommended to spend time with your cat and provide opportunities for social interaction and mental stimulation.


Why is your cat overweight?

because you are either overfeeding your cat or it could be finding extra food some where else. It may need more room to exercise if your feeding her/him correctly so she/he may not be burning enough calories. If there is plenty of room and you are feeding him/her the appropriate amount your cat may be sick or depressed and not getting enough exercise or attention in some cases.


What is the difference between cat scans and seismic tomography?

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