In clover

Meaning

Living in comfort and ease.

Usage

Used to describe prosperity or leisure.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Clover is lush pasture for livestock, symbolizing abundance.

Appears in English literature as early as the seventeenth century.