Stalling for time to get away with something. Seems to be common in SE England but no mention of origin anywhere online. Please post up if you know!
Little Susan was keeping very quiet reading, which she never did. "Come on", said her father, "its bedtime - you're hanging the pot on."
by SouthernNomad November 4, 2021

by Xante January 18, 2018

by pettibzb November 23, 2011

by Unparalleled.South April 26, 2022

Friend one: dude. I want to smoke this joint, but I don't want to stink up my car.
Friend two: just hang a tree, I promise it never smells
Friend two: just hang a tree, I promise it never smells
by Uhyup August 18, 2018

by OfMooseAndMen May 21, 2020

by bissiewithatissie August 30, 2022
