/feet/ , n.
1. a pl. of foot .
2. drag one's feet , to act or proceed slowly or without enthusiasm; to be reluctant to act, comply, etc.: We can't begin the project until the steering committee stops dragging its feet.
3. on one's feet ,
a. in a standing position.
b. in an independent or secure position: The loan helped him get on his feet again.
c. in a restored or recovered state; able to continue: Psychotherapy helped her get back on her feet after her breakdown.
4. sit at the feet of , to attend upon as a disciple or follower: American writers and painters no longer sit at the feet of Europeans.
5. stand on one's own feet ,
a. to be financially self-supporting.
b. to be independent: Overprotective parents do not prepare their children to stand on their own feet. Also, stand on one's own two feet .
6. sweep one off one's feet , to impress or overwhelm by ability, enthusiasm, or charm: The gaiety of the occasion swept them off their feet.