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Ireland

AH-eer-luhnd
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An island in northwestern Europe, and the country occupying most of it (distinct from Northern Ireland, part of the UK).
"They spent two weeks touring the west coast of Ireland."
"Ireland is known for its green countryside and traditional music."

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In plain EnglishThe island and country west of Great Britain, home of the Irish.

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Irelands plural

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Etymology

From Old English Īrland, from Īras ("Irishmen") plus land, ultimately tracing back to Old Irish Ériu, the native name for the island.

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