Language: en
Meaning: (idiomatic)One makes or comes into possession of a significant amount ofmoney.1871,The Family treasury of Sunday reading, ed. by A. Cameron (W. Arnot), page381:I often wish I had the money the eggs and chickens bring; but, when I say so, father answers I shall whenhis ship comes in. When I was younger, I really thought he owned a ship, which would one day come into port.1915,Humane Advocate, page877:He is heir to some property and prefers to loaf at saloons untilhis ship comes in. In the meantime, the wife's parents practically support her and her children.; (idiomatic)One is successful.
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