Irishwoman

American  

[ahy-rish-woom-uhn] / ˈaɪ rɪʃˌwʊm ən /

noun

plural

Irishwomen

1. a woman born in Ireland or of Irish ancestry.

2. a woman who is a native or inhabitant of Ireland.

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Irishwoman British  

/ ˈaɪrɪʃwʊmən /

noun

1. a female native, citizen, or inhabitant of Ireland or a female descendant of someone Irish

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Etymology

Origin of Irishwoman

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at Irish, woman

Example Sentences

In 2021, the Irishwoman became the first female jockey to win the world's most famous steeplechase, which began in 1839.

From BBC • May 12, 2025

The Irishwoman narrowly won both previous encounters, most recently a points decision in November in Texas.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2025

In two fights considered modern-day classics, Irishwoman Taylor, 38, edged the Puerto Rican on points in Texas earlier this month and in New York two years ago.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2024

Can the Irishwoman overcome another massive challenge or is Cameron destined to take her throne as the world's best female fighter?

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2023

Mrs. Grant is a fine specimen of an Irishwoman, with white hair, clear complexion, and an expression of great natural intelligence, though now somewhat feeble from age.

From The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries by Wentz, W. Y. Evans