Lane

n.

Heard in Tipperary

To test someone or apply pressure to them, especially to expose a weakness.

A good little hurler but windy enough if ya lane on him.

Posh English

A decent little hurler, yet rather timid if one applies pressure to him.

Related terms

• Nara LaneColloquial term for the narrow lane also known as Ozanam Street.
• It's a long lane that has no turningA proverbial expression meaning that nothing lasts forever and situations can change.
• Lane mateLean meat.
• Drop de paw!To apply manual pressure, especially in an amorous context.
• BoreenA narrow country lane or rough rural road.
• Up da aul bosheenUp the old boreen or country lane.