hurler on the ditch

== English == === Pronunciation === === Noun === 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 ==== The figurative definition is far more common. ==== Translations ====