Keeping in with him/her

n.

Heard in Donegal

Currying favour with elderly relatives in the hope of benefiting from their will.

In use

John is keeping in with da aul uncle he has

Posh English

John is currying immense favour with his elderly uncle in hopes of inheritance.

  • KeepingOccupying, distracting or delaying someone.
  • Not a hopeAbsolutely not; a firm and unequivocal refusal. Pronounced 'norra hope'.
  • Ass lickingCurrying favour in an obsequious manner.
  • I hope your next shite is a hedgehogA colourful curse wishing an especially painful bowel movement upon the recipient.
  • Are ye well?Are you in good form or how are you keeping. Also: is he or she all right in the head.
  • Da frudgeA refrigerator or icebox for keeping food cold.