Himming and hauing

phr.

Heard in Mayo

Complaining at length or grumbling about something or someone.

In use

She was himming and hauing about your wan

Posh English

She was complaining at considerable length about that lady of your acquaintance.

  • CnaveshawlingConstantly complaining, grumbling, or whining about trivial matters.
  • CribbinComplaining or grumbling.
  • CribbingComplaining or grumbling persistently.
  • Giving outComplaining, scolding or voicing disapproval, often at length.
  • Get a lengthTo have sexual intercourse.
  • LengthAn exhortation to kick the ball a long distance.