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Definitions by Delbosco

I heard an almighty crash and ran into the kitchen to see what had happened.
almighty by Delbosco November 13, 2021

all Sir Garnet

Righto; that’s all Sir Garnet. I like to see you civvies act up to your name.
all Sir Garnet by Delbosco November 13, 2021

all serene 

All is well; a cry of acquiescence or approval.
“All serene,” cried the jubilant voice outside, “open the door, you fellows!”
all serene by Delbosco November 13, 2021

all holiday 

A saying signifying that the business or person spoken of or alluded to is finished, i.e. that it has no future.
It is all holiday at Peckham.
all holiday by Delbosco November 13, 2021

all good in the hood 

Everything is all right; no problem; used to reassure someone.
"Sorry about nearly breaking your vase, Carl."
"I don't mind, man. All good in the hood."
all good in the hood by Delbosco November 13, 2021

all dogged up 

Wearing stylish and fancy clothing, having dressed up.
Part one of the wind up was in place. Part two required that we should prepare him to win her heart and be there to witness his attempt. The following afternoon we had him all dogged up in borrowed gear.
all dogged up by Delbosco November 13, 2021