English Explanatory Dictionary

on the qui vive

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. In a state of heightened vigilance, especially prior to battle.

Word forms

on the qui vive

Etymology

Partial calque of French sur le qui-vive (“in a state of heightened vigilance”).

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