Guttees

n.

Heard in Fermanagh and Armagh

Black shoes for running about in, only sold up to size 5. Worn by waynes at school.

In use

Sports teacher: 'Don't forget to bring your guttees for PE tomorrow'

Posh English

Do not forget to bring your black plimsolls for physical education tomorrow.

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