from or relating to Ireland, its people, language, or culture
She loves listening to Irish music while cooking dinner.
The pub is famous for its authentic Irish stew.
✦ From Old English Īras (the people of Ireland) + -ish.
the Celtic language spoken mainly in the Republic of Ireland and parts of Northern Ireland
She is taking evening classes to learn Irish.
Many road signs in Ireland are written in both English and Irish.
✦ From Old Irish Goídelc, modernised in English as Irish.
the people of Ireland considered as a group
The Irish are known for their hospitality and storytelling traditions.
Many of the Irish emigrated to America during the 19th century.
✦ Sense developed from the adjective referring to people of Ireland.
