1
plural in construction
: natives or inhabitants of Ireland or their descendants especially when of Celtic speech or culture
2
a
: the Celtic language of Ireland especially as used since the later medieval period
b
: English spoken by the Irish
3
Irish
adjective
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Just one of the Irish’s opponents this year (Louisville) ranks in the top 50 in passing yards nationally.
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Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
The latest Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll of Nov. 25 shows support for Fine Gael falling six points to 19% over the last two weeks, while Fianna Fáil’s backing now stands at 21%.
—Michael Considine, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024
Following a resounding 49-14 win over previously unbeaten Army, Notre Dame climbs to No. 5, with rival Southern Cal the last remaining roadblock for the Fighting Irish.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
Fable & Rune has put together a sampler pack of nine of their signature scents, including Bergamot & Black Pepper, Irish Moss & Petrichor, and Sicilian Orange Blossom.
—Melissa Locker, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024
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Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
The latest Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll of Nov. 25 shows support for Fine Gael falling six points to 19% over the last two weeks, while Fianna Fáil’s backing now stands at 21%.
—Michael Considine, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024
Following a resounding 49-14 win over previously unbeaten Army, Notre Dame climbs to No. 5, with rival Southern Cal the last remaining roadblock for the Fighting Irish.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
Fable & Rune has put together a sampler pack of nine of their signature scents, including Bergamot & Black Pepper, Irish Moss & Petrichor, and Sicilian Orange Blossom.
—Melissa Locker, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Irish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Irish. Accessed 5 Dec. 2024.
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Irish
noun1
Irish plural
: the people of Ireland
2
: the Celtic language of Ireland
Irish
adjective
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