There's a want in ye as big as an ass

adj.

Heard in Fermanagh

One who is described as a "bit simple" or "not all there upstairs"

Awk sure Jimmy, theres a want in the caddy as big as an ass

Posh English

Ah, sure James, the young fellow is a little simple.

Related terms

• There's a want in himA person who is somewhat slow or lacking in wit.
• Blue mouldy for want ofBadly need or want. Normally used with the word baytin' (beating).
• Bring her home big and send her home early!Advising one of the lads to try to woo a lady of the larger variety back to your house…
• WantA person lacking in mental cohesion; someone a bit simple.
• Big man up stairsGod, the man upstairs.
• A big juanna bagMy grandmother used this saying, no one ever heard it or knows what a juanna bag…