Definition of 'oggin' oggin in British English (ˈɒɡɪn ) noun nautical slang

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Jan 19, 2010 · It doesn't usually mean the sea in general but refers to that particular part of the sea that the speaker or person referred to is close to. I gave the can of beer to the bosun but the stupid …

oggin (ˈɒɡɪn) n (Nautical Terms) nautical slang a word used by sailors for the sea

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Oggin definition: (UK, nautical, slang) The <a>sea.</a>.

(Noun) A Royal Navy slang word for the sea. It isn't used as an alternative name for the sea, just that bit of sea that you are closest to. Therefore, you can fall in the oggin but you don't talk about the seven …

Analysis, History and Origins The word oggin is a variation of oggin, which is derived from the Old French augin, meaning a vessel or container, particularly relating to the brewing of ale.

Alternative spelling of ogin.

Meaning In some dialects, ‘oggin’ describes various fermented or distilled beverages.