Irishman

noun

Irish·​man ˈī-rish-mən How to pronounce Irishman (audio)
1
: a native or inhabitant of Ireland
2
: a person who is of Irish descent

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First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of Irishman was before the 12th century

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“Irishman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Irishman. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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Irishman

noun
Irish·​man ˈī-rish-mən How to pronounce Irishman (audio)
: a person born or living in Ireland
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