In the lap of luxury
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Living in grand comfort or wealth, pampered.
Origin
From 19th-century Britain, tied to 'lap'; comfort's seat, slang by 1820s for wealth. A 1839 'Times' uses it for a lord's ease.
Usage Examples
- She's in the lap of luxury at that spa.
- In the lap of luxury; penthouse life!
- Lap of luxury; he's spoiled now.
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