Appears to have been derived from the English word “bandy(ing)” which has the following meanings:

1. Passing or moving about carelessly.
2. Discussing lightly.
3. Tossing or striking a ball back and forth.

Pinoy slang for gallivant(ing).

“Mag pabandying-bandying” – To loiter aimlessly; To move around in a relaxed mood.

Equivalent of the Visayan expression “patid-patid sa lata” (literally, “kicking around a tin can”).

A PH movie starring Chiquito and Pilita Corrales, circa 1969.

Also “Pabanjing-banjing”

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