Howes tings

n.

Heard in Waterford

The second half of a greeting that typically begins with 'Well boy!'. A polite enquiry after one's health, family, work, sport and drinking habits.

Well Boy! Howes tings with yourself?

Posh English

Good evening, young sir! And how fare your affairs, domestic, professional and alcoholic?

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