Clem

n.

Heard in Sligo, Cavan, Donegal, Mayo, Offaly, Longford, Meath and Galway

A foolish or ridiculous person.

In use

Yer some clem droppin' yer keys down de drain like dat!

Posh English

You are a proper nitwit for dropping your keys down the municipal drain in such a fashion.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Clem the beanAn exclamation of dismay or shock at an unfortunate turn of events.
  • Clem WheezeThe latest gossip, news, or general state of affairs.
  • Clem-a-hollaSomething really bad; a disaster.
  • I'll clem youA threat meaning I will kill you or do you serious harm.
  • LauderA foolish, ridiculous, or blundering person.
  • YozaA foolish or ridiculous individual.