Mucker

n.

Heard in Antrim, Derry and Dublin

A close friend or reliable associate.

In use

How're ye keepin', mucker, is the craic good in town?

Posh English

How are you keeping, my good companion, is the amusement agreeable in the town centre?

Same phrase, other counties

  • Close continuos coverage without foulingThe Kerry style of close marking in Gaelic football without committing a foul.
  • CloseWeather that is humid, stuffy, and uncomfortably warm.
  • BrudderA close male friend, comrade, or brother in arms.
  • ButtyA close friend or pal.
  • CoadjutorA close friend or crony.
  • Oul stockA term of affectionate address for a good friend, typically deployed by one who is…