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Foyle
foyl
Foyle (name) means a river in Ireland that flows through Derry (Londonderry) and forms part of the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Example: “The bridge crosses the River Foyle just outside the city.”
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A river in Ireland that flows through Derry (Londonderry) and forms part of the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
"The bridge crosses the River Foyle just outside the city."
How to use Foyle
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe name of a river in Ireland, also used as a surname.
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Etymology
From Irish Feabhal.
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What does “Foyle” mean?
The word “Foyle” means a river in Ireland that flows through Derry (Londonderry) and forms part of the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. In plain terms, the name of a river in Ireland, also used as a surname.
How do you pronounce “Foyle”?
“Foyle” is pronounced foyl (/fɔɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Foyle” in a sentence?
Here is “Foyle” used in a sentence: “The bridge crosses the River Foyle just outside the city.”
What part of speech is “Foyle”?
“Foyle” is a name.
Where does the word “Foyle” come from?
The word “Foyle” comes from Irish.
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