The idiom "push the boat out" originated from the world of sailing. In the context of sailing, "pushing the boat out" means to launch a boat into the water, often with great effort and expense. Over time, the phrase evolved to take on a metaphorical meaning, referring to the act of making a special effort or going to extra lengths, especially in terms of spending money or resources, in order to celebrate or achieve something significant.

Definiția și sensul cuvântului „ push the boat out” în engleză

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