Drunk as ten dunkeys
Heard in Waterford
An extreme state of inebriation, inevitably followed next day by a monumental hangover and feelings of guilt over indiscretions, both verbal and physical, acted out during said state of intoxication. Often used as a mitigating explanation for shameful acts.
Sure how would I remember? I was as drunk as 10 dunkeys last night!
Good gracious, how should I recall? I was considerably inebriated last night.