(Ireland, idiomatic) An interjection expressing exasperation or incredulity.
(Ireland, idiomatic) An interjection expressing exasperation or incredulity. or to illustrate the humour in a situation.
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(British, Irish, idiom, slang) To care.
(Ireland) To move or proceed quickly.
An Irish vernacular phrase meaning to move quickly or hurry along, typically in a confident or purposeful manner. 'Lamp along' captures a particular kind of energetic movement — not frantic, but brisk and unimpeded. It's used in casual Irish speech and is one of many expressive Irish English compounds built around motion verbs. The phrase is typically used to describe a person moving with pace and purpose, and carries a slightly approving, vigorous connotation.
(intransitive, slang, dated) To go away or depart, especially in haste or without notice.