Yonks

exp.

Heard in Waterford, Mayo, Cork, Longford and Tipperary

A very long period of time.

In use

Sher I haven't clapped eyes on yer man in yonks like!

Posh English

Good gracious, I have not encountered that particular gentleman in an exceedingly long period.

Same phrase, other counties

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