Gas

adj.

Heard in Kildare, Cork, Tipperary and Galway

Describes something exceptionally amusing, farcical, or wildly entertaining.

In use

He walked straight into the lampost after a few pints, 'twas gas entirely!

Posh English

He walked directly into the lamppost following several ales, and the spectacle was exceptionally amusing.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Gas man/womanAn exceptionally amusing, eccentric, or entertaining person.
  • Gas-manAn exceptionally funny, entertaining, or eccentric character.
  • Bottle of gasA prominent or shapely posterior.
  • Gas cardA funny person or a card.
  • Gas-ticketAn eccentric, hilarious person who provides endless entertainment.
  • Trouser gasA flatus or passing of wind from the bowels.