Origin of the slang "barrelling"

Posted by James Briggs on December 06, 2003

In Reply to: Origin of the slang "barrelling" posted by Debbie on December 06, 2003

: I'm wondering if anyone knows the origin of the slang word "barrelling". For example, "He came barrelling in the door."

: Thanks

One of the meanings of 'barrel' is 'the trunk of a four legged animal: the barrel of a horse'. I reckon this could well be the origin. Others will no doubt comment!

• Origin of the slang "barrelling" Bruce Kahl 06/December/03
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