Horsed

n.

Heard in Waterford

A bout of rough play or intimidatory behaviour.

We horsed them out of it

Posh English

We subjected them to rather robust and intimidatory play.

Related terms

• Rough as a sackExtremely coarse or disgusting in behaviour or appearance.
• As rough as horserockVery unkempt or rough-looking.
• Rough as a badgers arseUnkempt, unattractive or rough in appearance.
• Rough as grade A sandpaperExtremely rough or unattractive in appearance, likened to heavy-grade sandpaper.
• Bout ye?An expression of greeting.
• Fair playWell done. An expression of approval or concession.