be wild about sb/sth

/biː wˈaɪld ɐbˌaʊt ˌɛsbˈiː slˈaʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

/biː wˈaɪld ɐbˌaʊt ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

[phrase]

to be wild about sb/sth

[PHRASE]

to have a strong sense of love or desire for someone or something

to [be] wild about {sb/sth} definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "be wild about somebody or something" and when to use it?

The origin of this idiom is not precisely documented, but it likely emerged from what the "wild" conveys, a sense of intense and unrestrained emotion. This idiom is used to express a deep affection, enthusiasm, or fascination for a particular person or thing. It signifies a strong and intense liking or attachment.

Examples

1. I am wild about my new car.

2. Ever since he met Emily, he has been wild about her - he can't stop thinking about her and loves spending time with her.

3. Then just made up a woman who was wild about Screech, but refused to ever meet him.

4. Then just made up a woman who was wild about Screech, but refused to ever meet him.

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