Definition of "on one's feet" in English

Prepositional phrase

1. While standing up or walking, running, etc.

   • He's very quick on his feet.
   • She's so light on her feet that we couldn't hear her coming.

2. Able to stand; hence, healthy, well, especially after some previous illness.

   • Welcome back! It's good to see you back on your feet.

3. In a satisfactory (non-physical) condition; happy financially, emotionally, etc.

   • The organization provides training and assistance to help the unemployed get back on their feet.
   • It took some time for the lady to get back on her feet after the death of her husband.

4. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on,‎ feet.