Don't pay an arm and a leg for your internet service, switch to -* insert company name here *- today.
by The Return Of Light Joker October 10, 2007
Figuratively, what one would have to sell or otherwise place as collateral in order to afford something of great expense.
Comes from the fact that, when buying things of great expense, it actually feels as if you are having to offer said appendages as collateral for said item you are purchasing.
Comes from the fact that, when buying things of great expense, it actually feels as if you are having to offer said appendages as collateral for said item you are purchasing.
by ke6isf January 31, 2005
A metaphor for the concept of equivalent exchange meaning 'at great personal cost', in reference to something gained.
The phrase may have originated from the legend of Edward Elric, an alchemist who attempted to revive his deceased mother and later restored his brother's soul at the physical cost of his left leg and right arm, respectively.
The phrase may have originated from the legend of Edward Elric, an alchemist who attempted to revive his deceased mother and later restored his brother's soul at the physical cost of his left leg and right arm, respectively.
'Hmm, I might go and get a tattoo of one of those Ouroboros things.'
'Be careful, it'll cost you an arm and a leg!'
'Be careful, it'll cost you an arm and a leg!'
by josephparkins June 2, 2013
A large amount of money; very expensive or costly.
Some things are so expensive that they are painful to buy, and cost everything you have.
Some things are so expensive that they are painful to buy, and cost everything you have.
by VAKI5 May 10, 2005
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