Literal Translation
It smells like pine (as in Christmas tree)
Actual Meaning
The end is nigh (ie death)
Etymology
This expression appeared at the end of the 18th century, a time when fir trees were used to build coffins… Makes sense!
It smells like pine (as in Christmas tree)
The end is nigh (ie death)
This expression appeared at the end of the 18th century, a time when fir trees were used to build coffins… Makes sense!