Mug o scald

phr.

Heard in Limerick

A strong, reviving mug of tea.

In use

Are ye all up for a mug o scald before we hit the road lads?

Posh English

Shall we pop out for a restorative cup of tea before we depart, chaps?

  • Mug of scaldA robust cup of strong, comforting tea.
  • ScaldA hot, reviving cup of tea.
  • Country mugA fool or idiot, especially one lacking street wisdom or sophistication.
  • MugA face or facial expression.
  • Cup of scaldA very strong, dark, or heavily stewed cup of tea.
  • Sweat scaldBlisters or chafing on the posterior caused by perspiration.