What are boat phrases?
What are boat phrases?
Common Phrases with a Nautical Origin
Long Shot. An occurrence that would take a great deal of luck.
Flotsam and Jetsam. Odds and ends.
Tide Over. Make a small amount last until a larger amount is available.
Feeling Blue.
Taken Aback.
The Cut of His/Her Jib.
Pipe Down.
Toe the Line.