The idiom "wait on someone hand and foot" originated from historical practices of servitude and domestic service. When rich people had servants to fulfill all their needs. The phrase "hand and foot" underscores the completeness of the service, indicating that all aspects of the person's needs were tended to. Over time, it has evolved to describe exceptionally attentive help in various situations.

What is the origin of the idiom "wait on someone hand and foot" and when to use it?

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to [wait] on {sb} hand and foot

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