aighearach

Gaelic (Scots)

/ˈa.ɪə.rəx/

adjective
Definitions
  • exulting, joyous, gay, happy, glad, mirthful, festive, light-hearted, lively
  • odd

Etymology

Inherited from Middle Irish aerach (frivolous, pleasant, airy, light-hearted, gay).

Origin

Middle Irish

aerach

Gloss

frivolous, pleasant, airy, light-hearted, gay

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