be art and part of (something)

be art and part of (something)

To be an active participant in something. I really hope you aren't art and part of your brother's foolish schemes.
See also: and, art, of, part
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

be art and part of

be an accessory or participant in; be deeply involved in.
Be art and part of was originally a Scottish legal expression: art referred to the bringing about of an action and part to participation in it.
See also: and, art, of, part
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • be art and part of
  • express (oneself)
  • express oneself
  • art
  • art for art's sake
  • a thing or two
  • thing or two
  • break with tradition
  • have a thing about
  • have a thing about (someone or something)