According to Greek mythology, the chariot was invented by Erichthoʹnius to conceal his feet, which were those of a dragon.
“Seated in car, by him constructed first
To hide his hideous feet.”
Rose: Orlando Furioso, xxxvii. 27.
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Entry taken from Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, edited by the Rev. E. Cobham Brewer, LL.D. and revised in 1895.
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