Hogmagundy, the process by which the population is increased.
“There’s many a job that day begun
That ends in Hogmagundy.”—Burns.
Hogmany night, New Year’s Eve, when presents are solicited by the young folk.—Scotch.
Hogo, a tremendous stench. From haut goût. Now often pronounced FOGO.
Hoisting, shoplifting.
Hold hard, an exclamation made when a sudden stoppage is desired. Originally an expression used in riding or driving, now general.
Hollow, “to beat HOLLOW,” to excel.
Holy Joe, a sea-term for a parson.
Holy Land, a very old term for the Seven Dials,—where St. Giles’s Greek is spoken.
Homo, a man. Lingua Franca; but see [OMEE], the more usual Cockney pronunciation.