Tag: cauldron

  • Cauldron

    Cauldron

    Word of the Day: Cauldron Halloween has come and gone. Cauldrons worldwide are being stowed away, their mystical allure set aside until next year. A cauldron, typically defined as a large, heavy pot used for cooking or boiling, has become synonymous with the spirit of Halloween. These iconic vessels have captured our imaginations through centuries…

  • Dig your own grave

    Dig your own grave

    English Idiom: Dig your own grave The countdown has begun. It’s only one week until the big day.  There’s something about Halloween that causes people to let loose, do stupid things, and, as a result, dig their own graves. Until November first, I’ll be featuring a Halloween-themed word, phrase or idiom each day. My favourite…