hurler on the ditch
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Noun[edit]
hurler on the ditch (plural hurlers on the ditch)
- (Ireland, idiomatic) A person standing on the side of a hurling field issuing (unsolicited and usually unwanted) instructions to the hurlers.
- (figuratively, Ireland, idiomatic) An opinionated person who offers (unsolicited and often unwanted) advice on the best way to handle a situation.
Usage notes[edit]
- The figurative definition is far more common.
Translations[edit]
opinionated person who offers advice — see back-seat driver