Charmingly British slang for the activity of going to pubs — specifically the habitual or recreational practice of hopping between them. 'Pubbing' implies leisure, socialising, and a certain dedication to the British institution of the public house. It's often paired with other social activities in phrases like 'pubbing and clubbing,' suggesting a full night out. The word captures something the British take seriously: the pub isn't just a place to drink, it's a cultural ritual, and 'pubbing' is the verb form of that ritual.
They spent the whole bank holiday weekend pubbing their way through every traditional inn in the village.
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(British) The practice of frequenting pubs.
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