Wait on one hand and foot In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "wait on one hand and foot", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-02-28 04:02

Meaning of Wait on one hand and foot

Wait on one hand and foot phrase

To pay attention to and take care of every need of someone, especially when this is regarded as unreasonable.

 

That rich kid always has servants waiting on him hand and foot.

That his parents wait on him hand and foot has spoiled him.

As an independent person, Mary is awkward with people waiting on her hand and foot.

Grammar and Usage of Wait on one hand and foot

Verb Forms

  • waited on one hand and foot
  • waiting on one hand and foot

The verb "wait" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Wait on one hand and foot

This phrase dates from the first half of 1300s.

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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