Root

v.

Heard in Dublin, Kilkenny, Mayo and Galway

The act of copulation. A term used amongst lads when lying about sex.

In use

I brought her up the lane last night 'n' gave 'er a good root.

Posh English

I escorted her up the lane last evening and administered a thorough act of congress.

Same phrase, other counties

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