bet one's boots

bet one's boots or bet one's bottom dollar or bet one's shirt  {v. phr.},  {informal}
1. To bet all you have.
This horse will win. I would bet my bottom dollar on it.
Jim said he would bet his boots that he would pass the examination.
2. or bet one's life. To feel very sure; have no doubt.
Was I scared when I saw the bull running at me? You bet your life I was!
Categories: confidence doubt informal life verb
Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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