: a native or inhabitant of Wales

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While Ramsay ended up lasting only nine matches at West Brom before being sacked, the Welshman might have seen the writing on the wall in Minnesota. Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 20 Mar. 2026 That the 34-year-old Welshman eventually took the chance to test out the Championship, then flamed out nearly as quickly as his French former MLS counterpart, should be cause for reflection in league headquarters. Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 25 Feb. 2026 Gartside was an excessively tall, handsome, and brainy Welshman who spent his teen years as a member of the local Young Communist League. Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026 The Welshman is Fulham’s top scorer and assist-maker, highlighting his importance as a one-man attacking hub. Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026 After two years at Minnesota United, the Welshman last week took over as head coach of the underperforming English club at midseason. Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 19 Jan. 2026 Parks is the first person of color to ski solo to the South Pole, and the first Welshman to do so, as well. Abigail Wise, Outside, 3 Jan. 2026 At age 32, the Welshman left an assistant role at Manchester United in 2024 to come to Minnesota and become the youngest coach in MLS. Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 1 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Welshman was in the 13th century

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“Welshman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Welshman. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

: a person born or living in Wales
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