List of terms

Whin Bush- The Whin Bush is an evergreen shrub that resides in the pea family! It has bright yellow flowers that contain a distinctive coconut scent.

"I am going to throw this aul cracked thing out" - Aul is another word for old.

Eejit- stupid or mentally unaware.

Ardstraw- a small town in Donegal.

Armagh- a city in Ulster.

Scut- a snoop.

Cub- an affectionate name for a young boy.

Wee brat- a small, rude child. Has a term of affection in it.

Barley Sugar Sweet- a bar of sugary sweetness sold in country shops which people would suck on for energy .

"They put the heart across me"- meaning they've had a big scare.

Cheeky Young Brat- same as wee brat. Slighty derogitory. A mother would say this to a naughty child.

"I am game"- I am ready for anything

Sycamore- a type of tree

Gansey- a jersey with long sleeves

Quarry- a small area with many stones

Carimay seed bread- a homemade bread made with wheat flour, bread soda, and butter milk, with the added carimay seeds. Made on sundays or special family occasions.

"I am sore toff"- I am very proud of myself

("Dancing")

A link to listen to terms and pronunciations!:

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