Tripe and drisheen

n.

Heard in Cork

The lining of sheeps stomach and sheeps intenstine. Tripe is boiled up with milk and pepper.

In use

Oh no I just saw mam going into de market to buy tripe and drisheen

Posh English

Oh no, I have just seen Mother entering the market to purchase tripe and drisheen.

  • TripeComplete nonsense, untruths, or exaggerated rubbish.
  • Posing like a drisheenPutting on excessive airs and graces; acting remarkably pretentious.
  • Have a face that would turn milkTo possess a countenance so unattractive or scowling that it could sour milk.
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