He's an awful gob daw

exp.

Heard in Cork

He is a foolish or simple-minded fellow.

Janey Mac, he's an awful gob Daw.

Posh English

Good heavens, he is an extraordinary simpleton.

Related terms

• DawA foolish or stupid person.
• Chrisht ur makin an awful racketTo be creating a considerable amount of noise.
• He's some manAn expression of admiration or praise for a fellow who has done something impressive.
• Laudy dawA pretentious or affected individual who considers himself rather superior.
• Sker dinky daw doughAn expression of joy.
• He's a hundred miles nowhereDescribing someone who is utterly clueless, foolish or at a complete loss.