Monaghan

American

[mon-uh-guhn, -han] / ˈmɒn ə gən, -ˌhæn /

noun

a county in the NE Republic of Ireland. 498 sq. mi. (1,290 sq. km). Monaghan.

Monaghan British

/ ˈmɒnəhən /

noun

a county of NE Republic of Ireland, in Ulster province: many small lakes. County town: Monaghan. Pop: 52 593 (2002). Area: 1292 sq km (499 sq miles)
a town in NE Republic of Ireland, county town of Co Monaghan. Pop: 5717 (2002)

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A yellow alert for snow and ice is in place for Counties Donegal, Cavan, Monaghan, Louth and Connacht.

From BBC

In addition, a further yellow warning for snow and ice covering Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan, Connacht, and Louth lasts from 18:00 on Saturday until 11:00 on Sunday.

From BBC

Additionally, Respawn expanded its lineup with the story-driven “Star Wars” titles “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order” and “Star Wars Jedi: Survivor,” starring Cameron Monaghan.

From Los Angeles Times

Sean McQuaid from Carrickmacross in County Monaghan agreed people living close to the border keep a close eye on prices on both sides.

From BBC

"I am disappointed that, in spite of the continued efforts of the commission, Columba's remains have not been located at Bragan Bog, County Monaghan."

From BBC

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