Today's phrase came to me through the blog of a fellow writer, Lindsay Maddox.
"to be in cahoots with someone"
What does this phrase mean?
It means that you are in a conspiracy with someone. You are planning something illegal or some kind of mischief together.
Where does it come from?
I found out that it's a US expression and likely to come from the Spanish word "cohort". It goes back to the 19th century and was formerly used in its singular form.
My two cents:
Ok, so a misunderstanding in Wild West America probably ended in this nice idiom. So no one tell me mistakes can't be positive...hehe. I like this expression and will certainly keep it in mind for future use. Thanks to the cowboy whose Spanish listening comprehension ended in this misunderstanding!
Language ... the bridge of communication, the magic creator of worlds, the brush and paint of authors. Language is magic. It gives us power. It is something you just have to love.
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