Mumhain

Irish

Alternative forms

  • Mumha (archaic)

Etymology

From Old Irish Mumain, dative form of Mumu (“Munster”).

Proper noun

An Mhumhain f (genitive Mumhan)

  1. Munster (province of Ireland)

Usage notes

  • Always preceded by the definite article when used outside of a set phrase.

Synonyms

  • Cúige Mumhan
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