carrying-on

car·ry·ing-on

(kăr′ē-ĭng-ŏn′)

n. pl. car·ry·ings-on (-ĭngz-)

1. Improper, irresponsible, or silly behavior.

2. An instance of such behavior.

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carrying-on

n, pl carryings-on

1. unconventional or questionable behaviour

2. excited or flirtatious behaviour, esp when regarded as foolish

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car′rying-on′

n., pl. carryings-on.

1. irresponsible or overwrought behavior.

2. improper or immoral behavior.

[1855–60]

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Translations

carrying-on

[ˈkærɪɪŋˈɒn] N

1. [of work, business etc] → continuación f

2. carryings-on (= romantic intrigues) → plan m, relaciones fpl amorosas (ilícitas)

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