High jinks was a popular 18th-century drinking game in Scotland. The game involved throwing a die, and if the caster got a bad score, they had to choose between drinking more alcohol or performing an undignified task.[1]
The term "high jinks" is now commonly used to refer to any prank or frolic.[2]
References
edit- ^ Flying by the Seat of Your Pants: Surprising Origins of Everyday Expressions By Harry Oliver
- ^ "8 Amusing Stories Behind Common Expressions | Reader's Digest". Rd.com. 2011-11-13. Retrieved 2011-12-18.
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