Ireland word
shift
Kiss someone passionately in informal Irish usage.
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Meaning
In informal Irish English, to shift someone means to kiss them passionately; a shift can also refer to that encounter.
Pronunciation and grammar
Pronunciation: /ʃɪft/
Part of speech: verb and noun
How it is used
It is common in casual conversation about dating, parties, and nights out.
Register: Informal, often youth-oriented Hiberno-English.
Examples in context
- Did they shift at the party?Did they kiss at the party?
- He was hoping for a shift.He was hoping to kiss someone.
Important context
Shift has many other meanings, so this sense depends strongly on social context.