noun Uncommon

Irishman

EYE-rihsh-muhn

Irishman (noun) means a man from Ireland. Example: “The Irishman told a long, winding story before getting to the point.”

noun

A man from Ireland.

"The Irishman told a long, winding story before getting to the point."

How to use Irishman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA male native of Ireland.

Irishmen plural

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The _____ told a long, winding story before getting to the point.

From Middle English Irisshman, formed from Irish plus man.

Origin: Middle English

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What does “Irishman” mean?

The word “Irishman” means a man from Ireland. In plain terms, a male native of Ireland.

How do you pronounce “Irishman”?

“Irishman” is pronounced EYE-rihsh-muhn (/ˈaɪɹɪʃmən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Irishman” in a sentence?

Here is “Irishman” used in a sentence: “The Irishman told a long, winding story before getting to the point.”

What part of speech is “Irishman”?

“Irishman” is a noun.

Where does the word “Irishman” come from?

The word “Irishman” comes from Middle English. From Middle English Irisshman, formed from Irish plus man.

Is “Irishman” a common word?

“Irishman” is an uncommon word in modern English.