Imbolc

Imbolg

/ (ˈɪmbəlk, ˈɪmbəʊlk, ˈɪmməlk) /


noun
  1. an ancient Celtic festival associated with the goddess Brigit, held on Feb 1 or 2 to mark the beginning of spring. It is also celebrated by modern pagans

Origin of Imbolc

1
C15: from Old Irish oimelc ewe's milk

Words Nearby Imbolc

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