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UKSea legs
/sˈiː lˈɛɡz/
/sˈiː lˈɛɡz/Sea legs
[NOUN]1
an individual's ability to walk without stumbling and resist getting seasick while on a moving ship
What is the origin of the idiom "sea legs" and when to use it?
The idiom "sea legs" originated in the sailing world, referring to the ability of sailors to maintain their balance and stability on board a ship at sea. It is believed to have originated in the 18th or 19th century.
Examples
1. We kissed our sea legs goodbye.
2. Do you just see SLOPPINESS in getting their sea legs in a New Administration?
3. People who were interested in national office could operate in the shadows a little bit while they got their sea legs.
4. But did you all see that as the vice PRESIDENT got his sea legs back
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