Minger

n.

Heard in Clare, Dublin, Derry and Donegal

An exceptionally unattractive person, particularly a woman with unfortunate features.

Jay look at da state of dat minger dancin' like a scalded cat!

Posh English

Good heavens, observe the state of that thoroughly unattractive young woman dancing like a scalded feline!

Same phrase, other counties

• Dublin
• Derry
• Donegal

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