Gowlbag

n.

Heard in Waterford and Kilkenny

A mischievous person or rascal of the highest order.

In use

Get down offa dem curtains ye gowlbag!

Posh English

Get down off those curtains at once, you utter imp!

Same phrase, other counties

  • BlegardA mischievous rogue, messer, or untrustworthy rascal.
  • MonkeyA mischievous little rascal.
  • ScutterpulletA mischievous little rascal or scamp.
  • A hang sangwidgeA traditional ham sandwich, typically packed for a journey.