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aul fella
What does aul fella mean?
The male counterpart to 'aul one'. Means your father, used with affection or exasperation. Can also refer to any older man, especially in the third person. Heard everywhere in Dublin but used countrywide.
"The aul fella's after fixing the boiler himself, God help us."
Frequently asked questions
What does aul fella mean?
It means your da, or some older bloke you're talking about.
How do you use aul fella in a sentence?
"The aul fella's out in the shed again."
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