Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. “Break a leg” is an expression we’ve all heard a million times—but where does it come from exactly? What is break a leg's meaning?

“Break a leg” is a phrase that means “good luck.” It’s typically said to actors before they go on stage for a performance, particularly on opening night. It’s not limited to performers, though; you ...

“Break a leg” is an expression we’ve all heard a million times—but where does it come from exactly? What is break a leg's meaning? After all, it doesn’t exactly make sense to say “break a leg” when ...