The tide wouldn't take her out
Heard in Limerick and Dublin
A polite euphemism for a woman so unattractive that even the tide would refuse to carry her away.
The tide wouldn't take her out!
Not even the ocean tide would consent to carry her out!
FAQ
What does The tide wouldn't take her out mean?
A polite euphemism for a woman so unattractive that even the tide would refuse to carry her away.
How do you use The tide wouldn't take her out?
For example: “The tide wouldn't take her out!” In Posh English: Not even the ocean tide would consent to carry her out!