Erse

noun

ˈərs

: scottish gaelic

: irish gaelic

Erse adjective

Word History

Etymology

Scots, by syncope from Eris, variant of early Scots Ersch, Erisch, alteration (by unexplained vowel change) of Irisch irish

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of Erse was in the 15th century

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“Erse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Erse. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Definition revised

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