Dope

n.

Heard in Wexford, Offaly and Dublin

A foolish or dim-witted person.

In use

Goway from me ya dope, before a baite ya

Posh English

Step away from my person you simpleton, before I thoroughly thrash you.

Same phrase, other counties

  • Ye dopeAn affectionate or mocking term for an idiot, directed at the person one is speaking to.
  • BawkyFoolish, clumsy, or generally dim-witted.
  • MoranA foolish or dim-witted person, delightfully misspelled.
  • Mufasa headA colourful insult directed at someone acting in a particularly foolish or dim-witted…
  • NumbnutsA foolish, dim-witted, or utterly clueless individual.
  • DimPerson of below average intelligence. Not so bright.