phrases, sayings, idioms and expressions at

Gone fishing

Posted by ESC on April 30, 2005

In Reply to: Gone fishing posted by James Briggs on April 30, 2005

: : Meaning of the phrase "gone fishing" or its origin. Does it just mean gone out for a while or has it another meaning as well?

: It was a song sung by Louis Armstrong and Bing Crosby in the 40s and 50s. It signified a way of getting away from the hundrum, routine of life and doing something interesting! Whether the title was original, or used a recognised phrase, I know not. Others may.

I don't know for sure. But I am guessing that its origin is the sign "Gone fishing" that a shopkeeper, etc., puts on his door. And its meaning is -- I am taking a little break from the normal routine.

© 1997 – 2024 Phrases.org.uk. All rights reserved.