mèinn

Gaelic (Scots)

noun
Definitions
  • (geology) ore; mine, vein, seam deposit of ore
  • mine explosive
  • mind, desire, inclination, disposition whether good or bad
  • native quality or energy
  • love, fondness
  • discretion, clemency
  • expression
  • air; mien
  • mercy; kindness; tenderness

Etymology

Inherited from Middle Irish mían (ore, mineral).

Origin

Middle Irish

mían

Gloss

ore, mineral

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