Cummuppince

n.

Heard in Tipperary

A deserved comeuppance, often involving surprise or physical correction.

In use

Dick started mouthin off in the pub last night, but I tell ya he got his cummuppince, whin he had a go at big bill.beaten,

Posh English

Dick began ranting in the public house last night, but I assure you he received his proper comeuppance when he provoked Big Bill and was soundly beaten.

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