Lack

n.

Heard in Waterford and Derry

Colloquial term for a female companion.

In use

Giz a layarge bohhel offa de shellef boy, anna Ritz for de lack!

Posh English

Hand me a substantial vessel from the higher tier, old chap, and a pastry for the lady.

Same phrase, other counties

  • She's some lack boiAn attractive or pleasant young woman.
  • Smell off yer lack boyProbably the worst insult you can give a yungfella and will almost certainly lead to one…
  • Smell off yer lack!One of the ultimate insults you can give to someone.
  • The lackIn the New Ross area, a term meaning to kiss or court young women.
  • The sly lack!A secret girlfriend whom nobody knows about.
  • ChoiceNone, nothing, or no. Also used to indicate a lack of something desirable.