Jaesus

n.

Heard in Wicklow and Cavan

An emphatic blasphemous exclamation used to express shock, disbelief, or emphasis.

In use

Jaesus, look at de state of yer wan staggerin' out of de chipper!

Posh English

Good heavens, observe the deplorable condition of that lady staggering from the fried food establishment!

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