stamping ground
–noun | a habitual or favorite haunt. |
Origin: 1780–90
stomp·ing ground (stŏm'pĭng, stôm'-)
n. A customary territory or favorite gathering place. Also called stamping ground. |
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| Main Entry: | stomping ground |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | a habitually frequented or favorite location; also called stamping ground |
| Etymology: | 1854-59 |
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