Donkey sick

exp.

Heard in Wexford

Profoundly and miserably hungover, usually following an overindulgence in cheap gargle.

In use

Jaysus, I'm donkey sick after dem pints of stout last night!

Posh English

Good heavens, I am thoroughly nauseous following those flagons of stout last evening!

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