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Post 75 - It’s a bank holiday, Idiom of the Day

Bury the hatchet

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Figurative Meaning

To "bury the hatchet" means to make peace with someone, resolving a conflict or dispute and putting an end to hostilities. It signifies the willingness of parties to let go of grudges or past grievances and to move forward in a spirit of reconciliation.

Typical Usage

This idiom is commonly used in personal relationships and international diplomacy alike. For example, when two friends decide to forgive each other after a disagreement, they might say they have "buried the hatchet." Similarly, when nations resolve their differences and seek to improve relations, they could also be described as having "buried the hatchet."

Origin

The origin of "bury the hatchet" comes from a practice by Native American tribes, particularly those in the northeastern United States. When tribes decided to settle their differences and establish peace, they would literally bury a hatchet (a symbol of war) into the ground as part of a ceremonial act. This ritual signified the end of hostilities between the tribes and the start of a peaceful relationship.



The first known use of the phrase in English is from the 17th century, reflecting the Europeans' observations of Native American customs. The idiom has since become part of the English language, used to denote the act of resolving disputes and making peace, retaining the spirit of its original, literal practice.