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omadhaun

British

/ ˈɒmədɑːn /

noun

a foolish man or boy

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Etymology

Origin of omadhaun

C19: from Irish Gaelic amadán

Example Sentences

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Blaydon cannot even deal with a great omadhaun like Kerruish, who hoodwinks him with ease.

From Time Magazine Archive

Clohessy says, That’s what Mr. O’Dea called me, sir, a diddering omadhaun.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt

Every hand in the class goes up and we’re all disgusted when he asks a question that any omadhaun would know.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt

An omadhaun is a fool, Clohessy.You are an omadhaun.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt

"Begor!" said Paddy dejectedly, "I feel like the greatest omadhaun in all the west country, and if that is not being stupid enough for your honour I can do no better."

From The O'Ruddy A Romance by Williams, C. D. (Charles D.)

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