Now we're suppin' diesel

exp.

Heard in Kildare

Expression of sudden success or realisation: we have cracked it.

In use

Once I turned the key in the ignition, we were suppin diesel then boy!

Posh English

The moment I rotated the ignition key, we were imbibing petroleum distillate, my boy!

  • Suckin diesel!An exclamation used to signify success or that things are going well.
  • We're doneIn trouble. Also: Said when a couple of gowlbags are caught by the bollix hiding behind…
  • We're takenTo be embarrassed. Sometimes swept can be used in place of taken.
  • Sucking dieselDoing very well at something; making excellent progress.
  • JooseFuel such as petrol or diesel.
  • Pisht in a 45 gallon drumTo add a woefully inadequate amount of diesel to a tractor, rendering the effort futile.

FAQ

What does Now we're suppin' diesel mean?

Expression of sudden success or realisation: we have cracked it.

How do you use Now we're suppin' diesel?

For example: “Once I turned the key in the ignition, we were suppin diesel then boy!” In Posh English: The moment I rotated the ignition key, we were imbibing petroleum distillate, my boy!