(idiomatic) To act defensively.

(colloquial, transitive, intransitive) To spend a lot of money on something desired but not necessary.

A humorous variation of the exclamation "Christ" or "Jesus Christ". Usually an expression of surprise, shock, exasperation etc.

plural of on dit

A flying report; rumour.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see have, one's, eye, on. / To watch. / To seek, to pursue.

(in bibliographies) Initialism of old series.

(chiefly grammar and lexicography) Initialism of oneself.

A required job or task; a job that requires a substantial amount of effort.

A lotion of linseed oil and limewater, applied to burns and scalds.