Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kick one's heels
idiom
/kɪk wʌnz hiːlz/
Definition
To wait idly or restlessly, usually in a situation where one is expected to do something or where nothing is happening.
Examples
- After I finished my interview, I had to kick my heels for an hour before I heard back.
- He spent the afternoon kicking his heels while he waited for the bus.
Meaning
The phrase ‘kick one’s heels’ describes a state of boredom or impatience during a wait.
Synonyms
- twiddle one’s thumbs
- wait around
- hang around
