Standard

n.

Heard in Carlow

The expected course of action; naturally, obviously, or par for the course.

Are we headin' to the local for pints? Sure it's only standard!

Posh English

Are we proceeding to the public house for ales? Clearly it is quite standard.

Related terms

• Mickey mouse courseA course or qualification regarded as simplistic or intended for those of limited ability.
• CatOf very poor quality; not up to the expected standard.
• Best betThe advisable or wisest course of action.
• Bite the back of me bollixAn alternative course of action offered to one who makes an undesirable request.
• Wudn get ur hole ona golf courseYou are exceedingly unattractive; a cutting insult.