(idiomatic, Britain) Alternative form of give someone the heave-ho

(idiomatic, often used attributively) The worst or lowest quality on the market, especially among a range of products.

(transitive, idiomatic) To mismanage to the point of ruin. / (transitive, idiomatic) To wear out, especially through excessive use. / (transitive, idiomatic) To discuss ad nauseam.

plural of general of the army

(nautical) To remove, or fasten, all loose material, or partitions prior to a naval engagement. / (by extension, figuratively) To prepare for action.

(uncountable) A children's game in which one player stands on top of a hill or other location atop an incline, and attempts to repel other players whose goal is to capture his position.

(idiomatic, transitive, Britain) To frighten or disturb.

(transitive, informal) To hear as rumor; to learn through friends of friends, etc.

(idiomatic) Alternative spelling of dyed-in-the-wool (Set in one's ways, steadfast.)

To dance or to move rhythmically to musical accompaniment, especially in a graceful or nimble manner.