Southern US
High cotton
Used when discussing someone's financial success or happiness.
Literal Meaning
Cotton plants that are tall or growing well
Actual Meaning
Doing well financially or in life
Examples in Context

'They're living in high cotton.' (Translation: They're doing well)

Helpful Tips
  • 1About prosperity
  • 2Good times
  • 3Agricultural origin
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