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Fianna

American

[fee-uh-nuh] / ˈfi ə nə /

plural noun

Irish History.

the Fenians.

Fianna British

/ ˈfiːənə /

plural noun

Also called: Fenians. a legendary band of Irish warriors noted for their heroic exploits, attributed to the 2nd and 3rd centuries _ad

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He’s understood in Ireland as a canny political operator who led his boring center-right party, Fianna Fáil, back to power after a decade in the wilderness.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

A third candidate Jim Gavin representing the centrist Fianna Fail -- the larger party in Ireland's governing coalition with Fine Gael -- remained on ballot papers because he only quit the race earlier this month.

From Barron's • Oct. 24, 2025

Martin has now proposed new rules by which Fianna Fáil may select a presidential candidate in future presidential elections.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

Fianna Fáil - the largest party - has formed a government with Fine Gael and a range of independent regional TDs after November's election.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2025

Finn and the Goblin At this time Goll son of Morna was the captain of the Fianna of Erin, but Finn, being come to man's estate, wished to take the place of his father Cumhal.

From Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race by Rolleston, T. W. (Thomas William)

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