Sekirov Dictionary

play Old Gooseberry

verb2

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(UK, no longer used) To play the devil; to make mischief.
- I'll play old Gooseberry with the office, and make you glad to buy me out at a good high figure, if you try any of your tricks with me. — 1843
(UK, no longer used) To suddenly put a stop to a disturbance by force or threats.

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played Old Gooseberry · playing Old Gooseberry · plays Old Gooseberry

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