Cute Cork hoor

phr.

Heard in Cork

A backhanded compliment describing a shrewd, charming Corkonian, typically uttered by a jealous non-native.

In use

Ah go 'way ya cute Cork hoor!

Posh English

Oh do go away, you delightfully shrewd Corkonian rascal!

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  • Cute Cork whoreA mildly derogatory term used to describe people from Cork.
  • HoorLiterally the Irish pronunciation of whore, but generally used in an affectionate…
  • Cute as a hoorSly or cunning.
  • KHA cute hoor; a cunning, sly, and shrewd operator who looks after number one.
  • Cute as a foxShrewd, cunning, or exceptionally crafty in a sly manner.