non-Irish
|non/Irish|
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/nɑn ˈaɪrɪʃ/
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/nɒn ˈaɪərɪʃ/
not Irish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-Irish' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'Irish' referring to Ireland or its people.
Historical Evolution
The prefix 'non-' has been used in English since the 14th century to denote negation or absence, combined with 'Irish' to form 'non-Irish'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not Irish', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not of or relating to Ireland or its people.
The non-Irish participants were eager to learn about Irish culture.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 13:25