Local language topic
Behaviour
Compare 3 regional entries that share this classification while keeping each local definition attached to its place.
Irelandireland.localmean.com
acting the maggot
/ACK-ting the MAG-ut/Behaving foolishly, messing around, causing trouble, or refusing to take something seriously.
“Stop acting the maggot and finish your homework.”
Irelandireland.localmean.com
bold
/BOLD/Naughty, badly behaved, or disobedient, especially of a child.
“Don’t be bold—leave your sister alone.”
Londonlondon.localmean.com
cheeky
/CHEE-kee · /ˈtʃiː.ki//Slightly rude or disrespectful, often in a playful, bold, or amusing way.
“That was a cheeky reply, but everyone laughed.”