Scratcher

n.

Heard in Kilkenny, Sligo, Dublin and Waterford

A bed, particularly one that is difficult to leave in the morning.

I couldn't get out of the scratcher this morning for love nor money.

Posh English

I simply could not extract myself from bed this morning.

Same phrase, other counties

• Sligo
• Dublin
• Waterford

Related terms

• The scratcherA Bed, Simple As.
• Welded to the bedPhysically exhausted and utterly unable to leave one's bed.
• He wouldnt leave his mother into his own houseSomeone who is very stingy and tight with money. Usually given to GAA match stadium…
• I won't kick her outta bed for ate'n tatyoA lady one would happily take to bed even if it were covered in potato crisps.
• Shove in, in the bedMove over and make room on a bed or sofa.
• Sideways baby the bed is narrowTo lie on your side in a single bed with someone rather than on your back or front.