Meaning of on one's feet | Babel Free

Definitions

1. While standing up or walking, running, etc.
2. Able to stand; hence, healthy, well, especially after some previous illness.
   idiomatic
3. In a satisfactory (non-physical) condition; happy financially, emotionally, etc.
   idiomatic
4. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, feet.

Equivalents

Examples

“He's very quick on his feet.”

“She's so light on her feet that we couldn't hear her coming.”

“Welcome back! It's good to see you back on your feet.”

“The organization provides training and assistance to help the unemployed get back on their feet.”

“It took some time for the lady to get back on her feet after the death of her husband.”

“Knock me down, it's all in vain I get right back on my feet again”

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