A fork of Rural Dictionary
To stay in order, be obedient. Origin: From the line in the House of Commons which members must stay behind during session. "Toe the line" is to conform to the rules.
Synonyms: Mind one's p's and q's Straight and narrow.
To behave according to strict rules. Sometimes an order given, especially to a child. Somewhat archaic.
Angry father: "You'd better toe the line this time, mister, or next time I catch you tattooing your sister's name on shaved dogs you'll be grounded for a month!"
Putting your big toe in someone’s ass crack.
I had to wash my feet after sex last night. I was really toeing the line.