uppies and downies

English

Etymology

The "uppies" and "downies" were the residents of the top (east) and bottom (west) of the town, which slopes down towards the sea.

Noun

uppies and downies (uncountable)

1. 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.