Scally wag

n.

Heard in Carlow

A mischievous rogue or playful troublemaker.

In use

Come back here you awful scallywag!

Posh English

Return to this exact spot immediately, you troublesome rascal!

  • Not fit to wagTo be extremely tired or exhausted.
  • BlackguardA rogue, scoundrel, or habitual troublemaker.
  • BowsyA troublemaker or philanderer; a rogue.
  • BlegardA mischievous rogue, messer, or untrustworthy rascal.