Spide

n.

Heard in Antrim and Down

Common as muck male.

In use

Check out the geansey on that smicker!

Posh English

Do observe the rather garish knitted jumper upon that uncouth gentleman!

Same phrase, other counties

  • ScangerA derogatory term for a track-suit wearing individual with a questionable upbringing…
  • SteekSee Armagh. Used extensively in North Down to replace the word spide (see Antrim). Can…
  • MillyThe female equivalent of a spide.
  • As happy as a pig in muckExtremely happy and content, wallowing in joy.
  • Lord muckWho does that fellow think he is? Used of someone acting superior.
  • MuckA deeply unflattering description of an unpleasant or unattractive woman.