Irish stew
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Irish stew
First recorded in 1805–15
Example Sentences
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The favorite at 2-1 is Irish stew, that hearty concoction of lamb, potatoes and vegetable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2025
Irish stew is made with Native Americans' potatoes.
From Washington Post ● May 20, 2021
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
On Wednesday, Killeen made tacos, refried beans and rice, and Thursday was the Irish stew.
From Golf Digest ● Mar. 27, 2017
Those beloved, frumpish books gave off a smell that permeated the ward—like flannel pajamas that hadn’t been changed for a month, or like Irish stew.
From "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut
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