Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed meaning

What does the saying 'Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed' mean?

Idiom: Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed

Meaning:

If someone's bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, they are full of energy and enthusiasm.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Body and bodily functions | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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