on the rocks

== English == === Etymology === From the allusion of a ship running aground against rocks and breaking apart. The poured over ice sense is due to ice's resemblance to rocks. === Pronunciation === === Prepositional phrase === on the rocks Poured over ice, usually in reference to alcoholic drinks. Coordinate terms: neat, straight up In a bad state; experiencing difficulties or at risk of failing. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== schooner on the rocks ==== Translations ==== === Anagrams === Stonhocker