Ironing

n.

Heard in Cavan

Menstruation, a reference to the iron content of blood.

In use

Dersh no riding for me this week - yer wawn is gonna be ironing all week

Posh English

There shall be no romantic congress for me this week, as the young lady is going to be indisposed all week.

  • Blood and bandagesA nickname for the red and white colours of Cork's hurling and football teams.
  • Blood orangeA severely bruised or reddened backside.
  • For pig ironSomething that is worthless and will cost nothing but is worth trying anyway. A last…
  • Iron throatThe former Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital on Western Road in Cork.
  • Pig ironTo try something for no particular reason, simply to see what happens.
  • Strike while da iron is hotDo something while you get the chance as you might not get another chance as good.