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Deirdre
DEERD-ree
Deirdre (name) means a female first name of Irish origin. Example: “Deirdre is a name with deep roots in Irish storytelling.”
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A female first name of Irish origin.
"Deirdre is a name with deep roots in Irish storytelling."
2
The tragic heroine of the Irish legend "Deirdre of the Sorrows".
"The old tale of Deirdre ends in heartbreak and exile."
How to use Deirdre
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn Irish given name best known through the legendary tragic heroine Deirdre.
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Etymology
From Old Irish Derdriu.
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What does “Deirdre” mean?
The word “Deirdre” means a female first name of Irish origin. In plain terms, an Irish given name best known through the legendary tragic heroine Deirdre.
How do you pronounce “Deirdre”?
“Deirdre” is pronounced DEERD-ree (/ˈdɪɹdɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Deirdre” in a sentence?
Here is “Deirdre” used in a sentence: “Deirdre is a name with deep roots in Irish storytelling.”
What part of speech is “Deirdre”?
“Deirdre” is a name.
Where does the word “Deirdre” come from?
The word “Deirdre” comes from Old Irish. From Old Irish Derdriu.
How many meanings does “Deirdre” have?
“Deirdre” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female first name of Irish origin.
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