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On the lam

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On the lam

Origin of Phrases - O

 

On the lam

Meaning: To flee, often from the law.

 

Example: You have the choice. Pay your gambling debts or go on the lam.

 

Origin: "Lam" is by definition to leave or flee, especially from the law. The confusion about this phrase is that "lam" is not a commonly used word. Many people assume the phrase to be "on the lamb"

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