Crack

n.

Heard in Dublin

Slang word for fun, involving alcohol and music. Craic, the gaelicized version is often labelled as faux-Irish as it is not Irish per se. The term is said to originate from Scotland and has been adopted throughout the whole of Ireland without exception. Often used in a greeting as in

real" "What's the craic?

Posh English

What is the prevailing state of amusement?

Same phrase, other counties

• Dublin (not in the dictionary)

Related terms

• Craic"Craic" has a couple of very broad meanings. 1.) Fun, enjoyment, divilment, merriment…
• Some crackA great time or excellent fun.
• Crack a windowTo open a window when there is a bad smell in the room.
• Crack a window openAn expression used to instruct someone to open a window quickly.
• Crack onTo make amorous advances toward a young lady.
• Crack one offTo pass gas or break wind.