Irishwoman

American

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

noun

a woman born in Ireland or of Irish ancestry.
a woman who is a native or inhabitant of Ireland.

Irishwoman British

/ ˈaɪrɪʃwʊmən /

noun

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

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

Irishwomen

plural

Etymology

Origin of Irishwoman

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

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On Wednesday, the 39-year-old Irishwoman said she remains hopeful her swansong fight will take place at Croke Park.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

Taylor, 38, edged out Puerto Rican star Serrano in a second classic contest in their rematch in Texas two months ago as the Irishwoman successfully defended her undisputed light-welterweight world title.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 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

The pair served up another classic in their rematch, with Serrano's relentless volume punching and Irishwoman Taylor's smart countering.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2024

The family consisted of an Irishwoman and her two sons.

From The Man with the Book or, The Bible Among the People. by Weylland, John Matthias

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