Cork Slang, Like A Dictionary of Cork Slang
by Seán Beecher
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Introduction · Acknowledgements
CALL (1)

Construct: Verb
Definition: To declare invalid the tossing of the coins during a game of Feck. Each player being allowed one 'Call'. The coins are retossed. Betting is invalid on a 'Call'.
Use: Call 'em!
Toss them once more.
Derivation: Probably from Irish 'Call' - defect, hence to rectify defect. (Dineen)


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