Playjers

v.

Heard in Waterford

In the game of marbles, to stand behind the target marble in order to prevent the shooter's marble from rolling away down the road if the shot is missed.

In use

Give me playjers in case I miss.

Posh English

Stand behind for me in case I miss.

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