uppies and downies in English

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Etymology: The "uppies" and "downies" were the residents of the top (east) and bottom (west) of the town, which slopes down towards the sea. Head templates: {{en-noun|-|head=uppies and downies}} uppies and downies (uncountable)

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        "A traditional ball game played in Workington, West Cumbria, England, with the object of \"hailing the ball\" (throwing it up in the air three times) at the opposing team's goal."
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"uppies and downies" meaning in English

Noun