Sleeveen

n.

Heard in Waterford, Dublin and Offaly

A sly, untrustworthy person who operates with underhanded cunning.

In use

Don't lend him a single copper, the oul sleeveen!

Posh English

Do not advance him so much as a single copper coin, the wily old serpent of the parish!

Same phrase, other counties

  • PreachánA sly, cunning, or untrustworthy person who operates in the shadows.
  • SlyA person who is mean spirited, cruel, or deeply untrustworthy.
  • SnakeyUnderhanded, untrustworthy, or sneaky.
  • Cute as a foxShrewd, cunning, or exceptionally crafty in a sly manner.
  • Cute as a hoorSly or cunning.
  • Cute hoarA sly or cunning person, pronounced "hou-er".