horse and hattock
Originating from Scottish folklore, 'horse and hattock' is an incantation with roots in both fairy lore and witchcraft.
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Definition
C2Folklore
(archaic, mythological)A call used to summon fairies for transportation.
Example
- In old tales, people would shout 'horse and hattock' to call upon fairies for a swift journey.
C2Witchcraft
(archaic, magical)An incantation employed by witches to fly.
Example
- Witches were said to chant 'horse and hattock' before taking to the skies on their brooms.
C2Idiomatic
(archaic, expression)A phrase indicating sudden movement or excitement.
Example
- The sudden news made everyone feel like it was time for 'horse and hattock'.
Similar
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