Cacs

n.

Heard in Fermanagh and Waterford

Underpants or trousers; derived from the Irish word for trousers, cásca.

He was shittin his cacs right down to his ankles when he seen me comin!

Posh English

The gentleman was soiling his undergarments quite severely upon witnessing my approach.

Same phrase, other counties

• Waterford

Related terms

• A word in CarrickNotice, interest, outcry etc. usually in the negative I.e. not a word in carrick.
• WordTo believe or trust what someone says. (Often in the phrase "mark my word" as a warning.)
• All mouth an no trousersOne who talks boldly but lacks the courage to follow through.
• He hasn't an arse left in his trousersUsed to describe someone who loses a lot of money gambling or drinking.
• Allied irishMeaning w.ank.
• Cowlacht from IrishA ruined or abandoned house, especially one in a dilapidated state.