Gie it laldy

British Slang

Definition

Scots slang exhortation meaning “go at it full throttle”—to do something with great energy and enthusiasm; also used for giving a vigorous telling‑off.

Examples

"When the chorus hits, gie it laldy and belt it out."

"The coach roared, “Gie it laldy, lads!” as they charged onto the pitch."

"He missed curfew and his mum gied him laldy for it."