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liming en · NOUN

Etymology

The word is associated with sitting under a lime tree, or having nothing more demanding to do than squeezing limes. It is also thought to originate from "limey", a slang term meaning a British serviceman in Trinidad and Tobago during World War II (noted for hanging around bars and drinking). The term has since been adopted by other countries in the English-speaking Caribbean.

Meanings

1. An application of lime (calcium hydroxide or calcium oxide).
   • The land required frequent limings.
2. (Caribbean, Trinidad-and-Tobago, slang) Hanging around, usually in a public place with friends, enjoying the scene.
   • "No Liming or Loitering - No Shouting or Loud Noise" (written on a sign in Port of Spain shopping mall).

Forms

Spelling	Features	Labels	Source
lyming		alternative	lexicographic
limin'		alternative	lexicographic
limings	Number=Plur		lexicographic

liming en · VERB

Etymology

The word is associated with sitting under a lime tree, or having nothing more demanding to do than squeezing limes. It is also thought to originate from "limey", a slang term meaning a British serviceman in Trinidad and Tobago during World War II (noted for hanging around bars and drinking). The term has since been adopted by other countries in the English-speaking Caribbean.

Meanings

1. (form-of, gerund, participle, present) present participle and gerund of lime
   form of lime
   • We're going to party, liming, Fiesta, forever Come on and sing along. Lionel Richie. All Night Long (pop song, verse 2)

Forms

Spelling	Features	Labels	Source
lyming		alternative	lexicographic
limin'		alternative	lexicographic