sreang

Gaelic (Scots)

noun
Definitions
  • string, line, cord
  • rope
  • charm to prevent harm from an evil eye
  • ridge
  • the part of a hand fishing line held in the hand
  • in plural fishing lines

Etymology

Inherited from Middle Irish sreng derived from Old Norse strengr.

Origin

Old Norse

strengr

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