General
high on the hog
What does high on the hog mean?
Enjoying prosperity or luxury; "eating high on the hog" means having the best cuts.
"They've been living high on the hog since the harvest came in."
Origin
American idiom; the choicest meat cuts come from higher on the pig, so "high on the hog" means the best.
Frequently asked questions
What does "high on the hog" mean?
It means living well or lavishly—enjoying prosperity or luxury.
How do you use "high on the hog"?
Use it, often with "living" or "eating," as in "They've been living high on the hog since the harvest came in."
Where does "high on the hog" come from?
It's an American idiom; the choicest meat cuts come from higher on the pig, so "high on the hog" means having the best.
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