mulligrubs

(ˈmʌlɪˌɡrʌbz)

pl n

1. Southern US a bad mood; grumpiness

2. informal stomach or intestinal discomfort; colic

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Diagon Alley is the bustling backdrop to the enchanting attic, where storytelling, special events and live performances take place.Students got dressed up to visit Mulligrubs and pick up their groceries and explore the shelves of Flourish and Blotts to find their next favourite book!

Once upon a time

Besides the likes of famous stores Mulligrubs and Flourish & Blotts, Potter fans can spot all sorts of tiny creatures and quirky detail if they look hard enough.

Seven Stories works magic to host Harry Potter premiere in Newcastle; National centre for children's books marks a world-first in showcasing Daigon Alley images ahead of publication of first illustrated Harry Potter book

"I sincerely hope that you enjoy reading it, and that it saves you both from mulligrubs, depression of spirits, and onomatomania, vexation in having difficulty finding the right word."

Lost English words rediscovered in new book 'The Wonder of Whiffling'

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