Definitions by Riptonk

49ing 

1) The practice of prospecting for gold in rivers - derived from the year of the American gold rush. 49er is the name of someone who searches for gold.
2) American Indian form of protest by singing, dancing and beating of drums. Derivation unknown.

1) With the recent resssion and the increasing price of gold, 49ing is becoming more common.
2) 49ing is the passive but vocal response of choice by American Indian groups.

49ing by Riptonk July 22, 2010