School: Drom Clúmhach (Dromclogh) (roll number 16246)
- Location:
- Drom Cloch, Co. Chorcaí
- Teacher: Riobárd Ó Ceallaigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0282, Page 339
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- (continued from previous page)a phrase frequently used by smokers.
STRAOILuntidy person (usually a woman). "She is a terrible "STHREEL" means she is very untidy or slovenly
STRACAIREloose limbed. Usually applied to a young boy who is very big and strong for his age. "He is a great "STRACAIR" means " He is a find strong lad".
SÚMAIREslouch. A person who is lazy. Usually applied to a rather stout person who is lacking in intelligence and who always avoids labour.
CAINNC (Cainncín)upturned nose. "He had a great CAINNCÍN means he has an upturned nose.
GABHÁILamount taken between the two arms. A GABHÁIL of hay - i.e. an armful.
TRUSLÓGhalf-running, half-walking. A person who is moving quickly, though not exactly running is said to be "throwing TRUSLÓGS".
PLÁMÁSflattery. He is full of PLÁMÁS. i.e. He is a great flatterer.
FLÚIRSEplenty. We had a FLÚIRSE of them. i.e. We had plenty.(continues on next page)
