General
sham
What does sham mean?
A friend, mate or lad; a form of address. Regional (Waterford, Connacht).
"Well sham, what's the story?"
Origin
From Shelta/Cant 'sham' (a person/fellow).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'sham' mean in Irish slang?
It means a friend, mate or lad, and is used as a familiar form of address.
Where is 'sham' used?
It's regional, heard around Waterford and Connacht.
Where does 'sham' come from?
It derives from Shelta/Cant, where 'sham' means a person or fellow.
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