Nightly "Where did that phrase come from"

[caledesi]

Well folks, it's been a few days, but tonight we have a word that needs 'splaining.

That word is skyscraper.

Anyone know how this word originated? Hint: It has nothing to do with tall buildings.

Winner receives a cyberkiss from moi.

[ScreamingMeemie]

1. Wasn't it something to do with the sails of ships?

:shrug:

[La_Serpiente]

2. Skyscraper

the word skyscraper origin's was used during the 18th century. It was a term used for a high flying flag on a ship.

[caledesi]

3. Ding! Ding! Ding! We have winners.

Yes, in the 1800's there were "tall ships" and their sails reached "to the sky" hence, the term skyscraper.