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Definition of girling in US English:
girling
noun
The action or practice (by a man) of consorting with women or of seeking out female company. Frequently in "to go girling" (earliest in "to go a-girling").
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in Sessions Papers. From girl + -ing.
