What does Gaelic mean?
Definitions for Gaelic
ˈgeɪ lɪkgael·ic
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Princeton's WordNet
Gaelic, Goidelic, Erseadjective
any of several related languages of the Celts in Ireland and Scotland
Celtic, Gaelicadjective
relating to or characteristic of the Celts
Wiktionary
Gaelicadjective
Of or relating to the Gaels, the Celtic peoples of Scotland, Ireland, and the Manx, or their languages.
Gaelicnoun
Goidelic; any Goidelic language.
Gaelicnoun
Scottish Gaelic.
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Gaelic is a group of languages within the Celtic language family, native to Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. It is traditionally divided into Irish Gaelic, Scottish Gaelic, and Manx, reflecting the areas where it is spoken. These languages are known for their distinctive sounds and elaborate grammar rules. Despite a decline in usage over the centuries due to factors such as political changes and English influence, they continue to be spoken and taught in some areas, and are preserved through literature, music, and folklore.
Webster Dictionary
Gaelicadjective
of or pertaining to the Gael, esp. to the Celtic Highlanders of Scotland; as, the Gaelic language
Gaelicnoun
the language of the Gaels, esp. of the Highlanders of Scotland. It is a branch of the Celtic
Etymology: [Gael. Gidhealach, Gaelach, from Gidheal, Gael, a Scotch Highlander.]
Etymology and Origins
Gaelic
See “Caledonia.”
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of Gaelic in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of Gaelic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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