Etymology

what happens on tour stays on tour

Today it means: When a group of people, usually a group of all-male close friends, get together and travel, go on vacation, throw a party, etc., any controversial conduct engaged in during the event must be kept strictly confidential. Full definition →

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The story

Originally referring to sporting or band tours.

Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.