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Gaulish

American  
[gaw-lish] / ˈgɔ lɪʃ /

noun

  1. the extinct, Celtic language of ancient Gaul.

adjective

  1. of or relating to ancient Gaul, its inhabitants, or their language.

Gaulish British  
/ ˈɡɔːlɪʃ /

noun

  1. the extinct language of the pre-Roman Gauls, belonging to the Celtic branch of the Indo-European family

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adjective

  1. of or relating to ancient Gaul, the Gauls, or their language

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Etymology

Origin of Gaulish

First recorded in 1650–60; Gaul + -ish 1

Example Sentences

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"So there's a Gaulish tradition in north Southwark, while there are different groups to be found in different parts of the city," points out Jackson.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

The latest Asterix cartoon adventure released on Thursday is being published in 19 languages and across 25 countries as it takes the indomitable Gaulish warrior to ancient Portugal.

From Barron's • Oct. 23, 2025

In the week since the dig began, several artefacts dating from the Gaulish period - mostly pieces of pottery from around 2,000 years ago - have been uncovered.

From BBC • Sep. 19, 2024

If there was a gold for fancy-dress, the French pair would have been in serious contention thanks to their depictions of the legendary comic-book Gaulish warriors.

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2024

The Gaulish raid seems to have invigorated rather than weakened Rome.

From A Short History of the World by Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)

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