Fenian

pronunciation

How to pronounce Fenian in British English: UK [ˈfi:niən]word uk audio image

How to pronounce Fenian in American English: US [ˈfiniən] word us audio image

Word Origin

Fenian (n.)
1816, a modern Irish blend of Old Irish feinne, plural of Fiann, name of a band of semi-legendary Irish warriors + Old Irish Fene, name of the ancient inhabitants of Ireland. In reference to Irish-American brotherhood of that name (founded 1857), attested by 1864.

Example

1. " Here comes the little fenian , " they 'd jeer .

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