Crossing the Barrow

v.

Heard in Wexford

The same as crossing the River Styx to Hades in Greek mythology. Descending into Hell. Being condemned to eternal damnation.

In use

I met Satan himself when I crossed the Barrow at New Ross.

Posh English

I made the acquaintance of Lucifer himself upon crossing the Barrow at New Ross.

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  • One 'n da barrow an' one in da mixerA description of a woman who is pushing a pram with one child while pregnant with another.
  • ErAcross, or over a short distance, as in crossing a road.
  • Hommers a HellHammers of hell. Extremely fast or quickly.
  • BarraThe river Barrow as said in a Carla accent.
  • The barraThe local Carlow pronunciation and name for the River Barrow.