People: Irish Words & Meanings

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A person from rural Ireland or from outside Dublin, often framed through a city-versus-country stereotype.

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A shrewd, crafty, or politically slippery person who gets results through charm, calculation, or manipulation.

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A foolish person; a humorous or mildly insulting form of idiot.

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Funny, amusing, ridiculous in an entertaining way, or full of comic energy.

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A stupid, unpleasant, boastful, or irritating person.

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A sly, untrustworthy, smooth-talking, or underhand person.

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Good, decent, trustworthy, kind, or agreeable.

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That man being referred to, whether or not the listener knows his name.

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That woman being referred to, whether or not the listener knows her name.

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