Meaning of whale away | Babel Free
Definitions
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To whale on something in an ongoing manner (i.e., with progressive aspect). intransitive
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To talk or preach at length, often excitedly or vehemently; to go on. archaic, intransitive
Examples
“The kids had decided to whale away on some pumpkins with baseball bats; it held their interest for a little while.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.