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
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A man from Ireland.
"The Irishman told a long, winding story before getting to the point."
How to use Irishman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA male native of Ireland.
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Etymology
From Middle English Irisshman, formed from Irish plus man.
Rhymes for Irishman
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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.
