Irish stew
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Irish stew
First recorded in 1805–15
Example Sentences
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Irish stew isn’t offered at Chuck E. Cheese.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2025
My wife makes things in the slow-cooker: chocolate chili, pulled pork, Irish stew with parsnips and Guinness and Maine maple syrup.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 20, 2022
Under those leaves are more leaves — fresh mint, a classic pairing with lamb, of course, but almost the last thing you expect to find in Irish stew.
From New York Times ● May 24, 2022
It’s assured, unrushed, complex, soulful and passionate, with his specific Irish stew of R&B;, rock, gospel and folk.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 4, 2019
Slabs of ham, poached eggs, the leg of a roast chicken, thick Irish stew, lemon meringue.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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