blow away the cobwebs



blow away the cobwebs

  (British & Australian)
to do something which makes you feel less tired or bored, especially to spend time outside in the fresh air
Usage notes: Cobwebs are made by spiders (= small insects with 8 legs) and are usually found in rooms or places that no one uses very much.
A stroll along the cliffs will blow away the cobwebs.
See also: away, blow

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Kamini-Indian, Hindi
Hlengiwe-Southern African, Zulu
UlrichUWL-rikh (German)German, French, Ancient Germanic
Ellis['elis]
Berker-Turkish
Emalee-English (Rare)