Alive and kicking meaning

What does the saying 'Alive and kicking' mean?

Idiom: Alive and kicking

Meaning:

If something is active and doing well, it is alive and kicking.  (It can be used for people too.)
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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