noun
celt
Celt (noun) means a person belonging to one of the ancient Western European peoples the Romans called the Celtae.
noun
1
A person belonging to one of the ancient Western European peoples the Romans called the Celtae.
"The holiday evolved over centuries as it was observed by different groups, from the Celts to Germans to the Pennsylvania Dutch and eventually, by those in other parts of the US."
— Scottie Andrew, The bizarre history of Groundhog Day (2023)
2
A member of a modern people who speaks a Celtic language.
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Etymology
From Latin Celtae (singular Celta) from Ancient Greek Κελτοί (Keltoí). English Celts is from the 17th century. Until the mid 19th century, /sɛlt/ is the only recorded pronunciation. A consciously archaizing pronunciation /kɛlt/ was advocated during Irish and Welsh nationalism beginning in the 1850s.
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Kelt
Rhymes for celt
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What is the meaning of celt?
"celt" (noun) means a person belonging to one of the ancient Western European peoples the Romans called the Celtae.
What is another word for celt?
Other words for "celt" include Kelt.
What are the different meanings of celt?
"celt" has 2 main meanings: 1. A person belonging to one of the ancient Western European peoples the Romans called the Celtae; 2. A member of a modern people who speaks a Celtic language.
