Bastat

exp.

Heard in Kerry

A variant pronunciation of bastard, used as a term of abuse or rough affection.

In use

Mmm ya bastat

Posh English

Hmm, yes, you ne'er-do-well.

  • Hoorin bastardA general term of abuse for a thoroughly disagreeable or contemptible scoundrel.
  • As rough as horserockVery unkempt or rough-looking.
  • Rough as a badgers arseUnkempt, unattractive or rough in appearance.
  • Rough as grade A sandpaperExtremely rough or unattractive in appearance, likened to heavy-grade sandpaper.
  • ArseholesA term of rough affection for one's neighbours from the South Parish area of Waterford.
  • CuntA vulgar term of abuse, hurled with varying degrees of affection or malice.