A long way round or lengthy explanation.
Round the Wrekin
ROWND the REE-kin
raʊnd ðə ˈriːkɪn
Phrase
Example Sentences
"Going round the Wrekin!"
"Stop going round the Wrekin."
Etymology & History
Brummie expression for taking too long. The Wrekin is a Shropshire hill.
Word Details
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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1800s
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Language
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Formality
informal
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