Blackguard

n.

Heard in Mayo

A rogue, scoundrel, or habitual troublemaker.

In use

He's some blackguard that young fella, always up to no good.

Posh English

He is quite the bounder, that young fellow, perpetually engaged in mischief.

  • Bad eggA thoroughly untrustworthy person or habitual troublemaker.
  • BowsyA troublemaker or philanderer; a rogue.
  • Scally wagA mischievous rogue or playful troublemaker.
  • GowdgerA rogue, scoundrel, or unruly street-haunting delinquent.
  • HobblerA petty thief, scoundrel, or rogue.
  • The rockA rogue, scoundrel, or disreputable character.