Irishwoman

noun

Irish·​wom·​an ˈī-rish-ˌwu̇-mən How to pronounce Irishwoman (audio)
: a woman born in Ireland or of Irish descent

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Irishwoman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Irishwoman. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.

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Irishwoman

noun
Irish·​wom·​an ˈī-rish-ˌwu̇m-ən How to pronounce Irishwoman (audio)
: a woman born or living in Ireland

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