Cork Slang, Like
A Dictionary of Cork Slang
by Seán Beecher
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BANKS, DOWN THE
Construct:
Noun
Definition:
Reprimand.
Use:
I gave him down the banks.
I criticized him severely.
Derivation:
Unknown, but note 'Reprimand' - scolding, punishment of any kind. -
(Joyce)
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