(idiomatic, often used ironically) Recreation; nothing serious; easy, enjoyable activities.

The governing body of a cathedral; the chapter consisting of a group of canons or prebendaries.

(idiomatic) A situation where either choice results in a negative outcome.

(Britain, idiomatic) To procrastinate; to take a long time before doing something or taking a decision.

(figuratively) Viciously; with all one's strength or power; without holding back.

(idiomatic) The use of vehement arguments.

(Britain) A man who deals in scrap metal and recycled junk, a ragpicker.

Speaking, promising, or boasting much, but doing little.

(idiomatic) By a large degree or margin; greatly.

(mineralogy) An aluminium nesosilicate mineral, Al₂SiO₅.