"Long drink of water"
"Used to describe a tall person, and usually a female: 'Migod, but she's a long drink of water!'... a polite way to say that someone is very attractive"
"A man or woman that is tall, gorgeous, and super delicious. Like on a hot day, a tall drink of water is absolutely appealing."
"Early uses appear to be humorous and mildly derogatory in the sense of gangly or lanky. More recent American usage in the 21st century is often positive, suggesting that the person referred to is attractive."
I've only heard someone called a “long drink of water” a few times, always admiringly. I find it very amusing. Yesterday, I was reminded of this expression, not by a tall human, but by a very long-legged dog:
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| I politely asked the owner if her dog would mind if I took its photo. |
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| She said the dog would be honored. |
Blog post and photos © 2021 mae sander.
I haven't ever heard that expression before. But I like it.
ReplyDeleteJe vais essayer de l'importer en français. Au pays du vin ce serait un exploit :-)
ReplyDeleteMy mother used the term, "a tall sip of water" always referring to someone who was tall, lean with runway model good looks".
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, she was very southern.
I haven't heard that expression before. But perhaps I haven't been in the South enough. The dog is pretty lanky.
ReplyDeleteI have heard this expression but never applied to a dog. I suppose their is a first for everything.
ReplyDeleteHappy Tea Day,
Kate
Have a great T day also Mae!
ReplyDeleteAs always, you have found a totally unique and out of the box T post this week. It's been years since I've heard that expression. I think the last time I heard it, I lived in southern MO. I've never heard it here.
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned you didn't know where Sharon lived. She lives in the same town (city?) as I and we have met. Yes, it's hot here. It is hotter than Sharon said because at 5 p.m., the local news stated it was 100 F. It's been hot for days here, and tomorrow is supposed to be even hotter. I will be sitting under my AC all day. I'm a wimp when it comes to heat.
Great post. It is hot here, and I drank all of my 20 oz bottle of water on my walk this morning! Happy T Day, Mae.
ReplyDeleteI've always thought the term referred to a pretty woman, but I've never thought of the origin.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute couple you met! And I learned a new quote. Whilst freezing my butt off...
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard this expression either, but it is a nice one. Especially now it is meant in a positive way.
ReplyDeleteThanks for a very original T-Day qualifier.
Happy T-Day,
Hugs,
Lisca
That#s not an expression used over here, but I like it. What a lovely dog and lady you met! Happy T Day, Valerie
ReplyDeleteThat dog totally represents a tall or long drink of water. So fun! Very creative way to celebrate drinks, Mae. Fun dog too! Happy T-day!
ReplyDeleteI've heard that expression, too. That dog certainly fits!
ReplyDeleteWe were just laughing at the last staff meeting. An older gentleman, who still should have known better, referred to a new coworker in this way because she is REALLY tall. :)
ReplyDeleteYes, I've heard that expression here in Virginia quite a bit :) Take care!
ReplyDeleteI've heard that expression but oddly only about tall, lanky men. That is a gorgeous dog! Happy T Tuesday
ReplyDeleteSuch a great saying and the dog is gorgeous 😀. Wishing you a very happy T Day! Hugs Jo x
ReplyDeleteI have heard that expression, but I think it is old-fashioned and not used my anymore. Happy T Day
ReplyDeleteI have heard that saying. In fact my grandfather was referred as a tall drink of water.
ReplyDeleteNot familiar with the expression but water is always good on a hot day. Love that dog! Happy T Day, Chrisx
ReplyDeleteI wasn't familiar with that expression, but thanks for sharing pics of such an excellent tall boy.
ReplyDeleteHello Mae,
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty dog, it is tall. I have heard the expression, but not recently.
It is hot and humid here, I am looking forward to the fall temps. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend!