General
put wood in th'ole
What does put wood in th'ole mean?
An instruction to close the door, keeping the draught out. A classic Yorkshire saying.
"Were you born in a barn? Put wood in th'ole!"
Origin
Yorkshire dialect; the 'wood' (door) in the 'hole' (doorway).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'put wood in th'ole' mean?
It means 'shut the door' — literally putting the wood (door) in the hole (doorway).
Where is 'put wood in th'ole' from?
It's a classic Yorkshire dialect saying, often used to tell someone to keep the draught out.
Why say it that way?
It's a humorous, roundabout Yorkshire way of asking someone to close the door.
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