aonach
|aon-ach|
C2
/ˈaʊnəx/
public fair / market
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aonach' originates from Old Irish, specifically the word 'óenach', where 'óen-' referred to a public assembly or fair.
Historical Evolution
'aonach' changed from Old Irish 'óenach' into the modern Irish form 'aonach' and has been used in Scots Gaelic with similar form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a public assembly or fair' in early Irish usage, and this core meaning has largely remained in modern usage as 'fair' or 'market'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a fair or market — a public event where goods are bought and sold.
The annual aonach drew merchants and farmers from surrounding counties.
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Last updated: 2025/09/13 19:33