hang about
The phrase "hang about" is commonly used in British English to describe idling or lingering in a place, often without a specific purpose.
Definition
B2Everyday Conversation
(informal, british)To spend time idly or without a clear purpose in a particular place.
Example
- We used to hang about the park after school.
B2Social Interactions
(informal, british)To spend time or be friends with someone.
Example
- She likes to hang about with her new friends.
B2Colloquial Expression
(colloquial, british)A request to wait or pause for a moment.
Example
- Hang about, I need to grab my keys.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hang about":
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