I'll drop you like a hot spud

phr.

Heard in Cork

A threat to knock someone unconscious.

In use

I'll drop you like a hot spud in 2 seconds.

Posh English

I shall drop you like a scalding potato within two seconds.

FAQ

What does I'll drop you like a hot spud mean?

A threat to knock someone unconscious.

How do you use I'll drop you like a hot spud?

For example: “I'll drop you like a hot spud in 2 seconds.” In Posh English: I shall drop you like a scalding potato within two seconds.