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ceilidh

Pronunciation: /ˈkeɪli/

(also Irish ceili)

Definition of ceilidh

noun

a social event with Scottish or Irish folk music and singing, traditional dancing, and storytelling.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Scottish Gaelic ceilidh and Irish célidhe (earlier form of céilí), from Old Irish céilide 'visit, visiting', from céile 'companion'