Irish dialect word for a noisy disturbance, row, or commotion. Typically used in a slightly amused or exasperated tone when describing the kind of chaotic scene that involves shouting, confusion, or a small-scale brawl. Found in older Irish English and regional speech rather than mainstream contemporary usage.
There was a fierce philliloo at the match when the referee made that call in the last minute.
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(Ireland) A row or disturbance.
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