aigne

Irish (Donegal)

noun
Definitions
  • (literary) nature, character
  • mind, disposition
  • spirit, cheerfulness
  • intention
  • (figuratively) strong spirit, stomach

Etymology

Inherited from Old Irish aicned (inherent quality, nature, essence).

Origin

Old Irish

aicned

Gloss

inherent quality, nature, essence

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