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hurler on the ditch

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A person standing on the side of a hurling field issuing (unsolicited and usually unwanted) instructions to the hurlers.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Ireland, idiomatic

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noun

Meaning 2

An opinionated person who offers (unsolicited and often unwanted) advice on the best way to handle a situation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Ireland, figuratively, idiomatic

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