2006-09-03 06:13:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
Yes, I'm aware of the obvious, ta!! But what was the foundation of the saying and why?? What is the significance/connection of the foot of the stairs with surprise/amazement?
2006-09-05 08:02:14 · update #1
I think it is an old English phrase, an expression of surprise or amazement. I am not really sure what the meaning is but it seems used to recover calmness. See below hyperlink for reference:
2006-09-11 02:57:20 · answer #1 · answered by shirleythe_24may1975 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It obviously started with someone at the head of the stairs.
2006-09-08 23:17:56 · answer #2 · answered by samson316 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Meaning
Exclamation of surprise.
Origin
Originated in the north of England.
2006-09-03 13:17:30 · answer #3 · answered by Whitedove Radio 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
huh? i guess i should ASSUME you mean where did calling the bottom of the stairs the foot of the stairs originate?
2006-09-03 13:15:05 · answer #4 · answered by annie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
someone fell off the stairs and landed headfirst at the bottom of the stairs he popped the question.
2006-09-11 08:16:01 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont worry dear, i have heard this saying, my nana used to say it, but have no idea where it originated, u made me curious now too:D
2006-09-11 09:54:48 · answer #6 · answered by szw_woo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As far as I can tell, it started with you, and it's gonna end with you.
2006-09-11 02:46:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no clue what u r talking about.
2006-09-03 13:15:38 · answer #8 · answered by redhead 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no idea
2006-09-03 15:36:44 · answer #9 · answered by jyd9999 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋