Lip

n.

Heard in Monaghan

Insolent back-chat or cheeky conversation.

In use

I won't have any more of your lip, young man, or you'll get the slipper!

Posh English

I shall tolerate no further impertinent back-chat from you, young man, or consequences shall follow!

  • CurAn insolent, cheeky, or worthless young lad who deserves a ticking off.
  • Blind ya with chatSarcastic phrase meaning the opposite of what is said, i.e. the person talks excessively.
  • ChatIn Cork, a vague term for a period of time, a situation or simply a thing or object.
  • Dry chatNonsensical talk, boasting, or idle rubbish.
  • ScangerA derogatory term for a track-suit wearing individual with a questionable upbringing…
  • ShlackVerbal abuse, criticism, or lip.