Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
someone-is-living-off-the-fat-of-the-land
idiom
/ˈsʌmwʌn ɪz ˈlɪvɪŋ ɒf ðə fæt ɒv ðə lɛnd/
Definition
To live comfortably and well, often at the expense of others, by enjoying the good things in life without actively contributing to the effort required to achieve them.
Examples
- After inheriting her family’s fortune, she started **living off the fat of the land**, enjoying luxury vacations and fine dining.
- Many retirees are **living off the fat of the land**, thanks to their life savings and investments.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that a person is enjoying a lavish lifestyle, usually due to the wealth or resources available to them, rather than through personal hard work or effort.
Synonyms
- living in luxury
- living off the hog
- enjoying the fruits of someone else’s labor
- being well-to-do