Sketch

v.

Heard in Dublin, Cork, Mayo, Wicklow, Sligo and Tipperary

To keep a lookout. Also a vocal warning of approaching danger.

In use

Anto keep sketch for me owl one" "SKETCH the pigs

Posh English

Anto keep a lookout for my mother. Look out, the police are approaching.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Keep sketchA warning that danger or authority is approaching. To keep sketch is to watch for such…
  • Keep sketch, keep nicksTo act as a sentry or lookout, especially during illegal or subversive activity.
  • Keep on luk outTo maintain vigilance and keep a watchful eye for danger or opportunity.
  • Keep da eyes peeledTo keep a sharp lookout or maintain vigilance, especially as an instruction to an…
  • Keep 'er handyTo keep her handy you have to be calm and take it easy.
  • Keep getchTo keep watch for someone or something.