What is kick the cat meaning?

"Kick the cat" is an idiomatic expression that refers to a person who has experienced frustration or anger and then takes out their emotions on someone or something who is weaker or less powerful than themselves. The expression comes from the scenario of someone coming home after a bad day at work and kicking their cat. It is often used to describe workplace bullying or abusive behavior towards subordinates or weaker members of society. Generally speaking, it implies a cycle of aggression and violence, and a pattern of power abuse.