Taking the piss

phr.

Heard in Dublin and Armagh

Teasing, mocking, or joking with someone in a mischievous manner.

In use

Ah your taking the piss now, there's no way that horse won the grand national!

Posh English

You are unquestionably jesting with me now, for there is no conceivable possibility that equine animal triumphed in the race!

Same phrase, other counties

  • Taking the mickeyTo joke or tease someone; also known as taking the piss.
  • Rippin' the pissMaking fun of someone heavy/Taking the piss/Slaggin' (Often if you went a bit too far).
  • PissAdult term for urine, if one goes on the piss one is heading out for a few beverages…
  • Taking one for the teamRemoving the less attractive girl from the equation to let your friend have free rein…
  • Bita jestHaving a bit of fun or taking the piss.
  • Bullocks pissUrinating in an uncontrolled, spraying manner.