feel one's way



feel one's way

Proceed cautiously, as in Until we know who we're dealing with, we'll have to feel our way. This expression alludes to groping by touch when one is unable to see. [Early 1600s] Also see feel for, def. 1.
See also: feel, way

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
BernieBUR-neeEnglish
Arin-English (Rare)
ÅKeAW-keSwedish
Mosi-Eastern African, Swahili
Asukaah-soo-kahJapanese
ChanningCHAN-ingEnglish (Modern)