Fleeced

v.

Heard in Waterford

To have been relieved of one's money, often through gambling or sharp practice.

In use

Any luck today boy?" "Nah boy got feckin fleeced.

Posh English

Any luck today old boy? No, I was thoroughly relieved of my funds.

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