A natural phenomenon picked up as a radio signal from outer space, and sounding like a loud hiss.

(Ireland, colloquial, dated) die in agony, especially as divine punishment for a wicked life

A great or overwhelming success.

The area of the earth between 40 and 50 degrees south, prone to gale-force westerly winds.

(archaic) Synonym of roarer (“brawling young man”)

plural of roaring boy

The 1920s, referring to the rapid economic expansion and modernization of the period.

(informal) Exciting, energetic, enthusiastic, with gusto.

(Ireland, Catholicism, colloquial, dated) repent too late of one's sins; (hence) be damned

(informal, chiefly in negative constructions) Anywhere near (a place or target).