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Doghouse is an old English word; taken to the USA by settlers it remained in use there although generally superseded by 'kennel' in British English, and finally returned to Britain in this colloquial phrase.
...One commentator has said that on slave-ships the passengers were chained in the hold and the seamen slept in rough shelters on deck, known as doghouses because they were bare and uncomfortable. Another suggests that the expression originated with Peter Pan (1904) in which Mr Darling lives in the doghouse as a penance for his poor treatment of the dog, as a result of which the children run away. The first recorded date of the expression (1932) rules out the first of these explanations (the shelters may have been called doghouses but they had nothing to do with disgrace) and the American origin of the expression makes the second likely. There is really no need to look any further than the familiar idea of banishing a dog to its kennel in the event of misbehaviour.
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Where did the idiom cream of the crop come from?
do you mean you think it didnt come from a dairy & veggie farm
Where does the idiom All Hands on Deck come from?
It comes, literally, from assembling all of a ship's crew (all hands) at their mustering point on the ship's deck. This would occur typically in a battle situation. The idiom suggests that all personnel are needed, as for a major undertaking or project.
Where does the idiom give him an inch and he will take a mile come from?
It is not an idiom - it means what it seems to mean. This is a very old proverb (already considered old in the 1500's!). It comes from the fact that some people are greedy. If you give them an inch of something, they'll want even more.
Who originally said the idiom - Damned if you do damned if you don't?
Rolf Harris This expression is not an idiom.
Where did the idiom add fuel to the fire come from?
The idiom "add fuel to the fire" originates from the literal act of adding fuel, such as wood or coal, to a fire to make it burn hotter and more intensely. The phrase metaphorically describes actions or words that exacerbate a situation, especially one that is already contentious or problematic. Its usage can be traced back to various literary sources, emphasizing the idea that certain behaviors can intensify conflicts or emotions. This idiom highlights the impact of contributing factors in escalating tensions.
What does the idiom after missing two practices he was in the doghouse?
He was behind on what their doing know
What does the idiom 'in the doghouse' mean?
In trouble. The image is of your spouse kicking you out of the house and you have to spend the night with the dog.
What does after missing two practices he was in the doghouse idiom mean?
He was behind on what their doing know
What does the idiom after missing two pratices he was in the doghouse?
The idiom "in the doghouse" refers to someone who is in trouble or facing disapproval, often due to their actions or behavior. In this context, after missing two practices, it suggests that the person is facing consequences or discontent from a coach, teammates, or authority figure. Essentially, they've fallen out of favor because of their commitment issues.
Where is the doghouse on a boat?
The doghouse is the engine cover.
What is a doghouse?
A doghouse is where a dog sleeps. gsfdggusfdtay
When was In a Doghouse created?
In a Doghouse was created in 1998.
When was In the Doghouse created?
In the Doghouse was created in 1978.
Is doghouse a place or a thing?
Is a doghouse a thing or a place
Where does idiom of right away come from?
Right away is not an idiom - it means exactly what it says. Something happens or will happen immediately.
When was King of the Doghouse created?
King of the Doghouse was created in 1996.
When was Doghouse Records created?
Doghouse Records was created in 1988.
