The link is the promiscuous nature of the female urban cat when in heat. You have probably made the association between the words “cathouse” and “pussy”. If you haven’t, this is it. ‘Cathouse’ is a slang word to describe a … please continue reading
The belief that a domestic cat could suck the breath out of a baby probably stemmed from a combination of factors: Cats were considered to be witches’ familiars, companions to witches, at the time when people believed in witchcraft. Some … please continue reading
Recently, Mark Zuckerberg was asked to attend an important international grand committee set up, as I understand it, by the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee at the Houses of Parliament in London, UK. The intention was to question Mr … please continue reading
‘Never buy a pig in a poke’ is closely linked to ‘he let the cat out of the bag’. A trickster would substitute a cat for a pig when taking it to market in a bag (a poke). The buyer would ask to see the pig but told he could not because it might escape. And then the cat is released because he’s struggling too much. The secret it out. A failed attempt at fraud. please continue reading
This is about the trinity of trinities – 3 x 3 making 9 (lives) – and the number 9 being a lucky number. The domestic cat’s inquisitiveness leads her into hazardous situations from which she is able to extricate herself … please continue reading
The phrase “sounds like a cat being strangled” or “sounding like a cat being strangled”, or variants of it, is unpleasant to cat lovers. I am not a politically correct person. However I do see the potential problems that can … please continue reading
by Michael The origins of are quite difficult to trace actually and I am not sure I have the answer but here goes. Here is the possible beginnings of the use of the word “copycat” ” A pox upon him … please continue reading
The nearest I can get to a cat in the pan – a cat in a sink! – photo by ♥ellie♥ Turn the cat in the pan is an old phrase that is interesting but it has little to do … please continue reading
