Cold Feet

Etymology:

• Word ‘cold’ has been used in many expressions and its meaning differ from one idiom to another. This expression was first used in the 18th century. It was used to describe those soldiers, who left the battlefield due to fear or horror. Fear gives chills and makes one feel cold. Many people feel cold in the feet due to fear. This idiom describes the feelings of fear in a perfect manner. On the other hand word ‘hot’ describes passion and braveness.