Buck

n.

Heard in Leitrim, Sligo, Offaly, Donegal and Roscommon

A local man, fellow, or chap.

I was chatting away to the buck in the corner last night like.

Posh English

I was conversing pleasantly with the fellow situated in the corner last night.

Same phrase, other counties

• Sligo
• Offaly
• Donegal
• Roscommon

Related terms

• Buck scatteredTo be in a state of extreme intoxication due to over consumption of alcohol. Normally…
• Hardy buckA tough, resilient fellow; one of the boys.
• Balls like a buck rabbitPossessing exceptionally large testicles.
• Buck daftA moment of utter madness or stupidity.
• Buck huueeyThe friend who inevitably vomits on a night out; also the act of vomiting.
• Buck jumpsIn quick, lively bounds.