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curragh2

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌrə(x)/

Definition of curragh

noun

  • (in Ireland and the Isle of Man) a stretch of marshy waste ground.
  • (the Curragh) a level stretch of open ground in County Kildare, Ireland, famous for its racecourse and military camp.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Irish currach 'marsh', Manx curragh 'bog, fen'

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