Hibernian: meaning, definitions and examples

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Hibernian

 

[ haɪˈbɜːrɪən ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

football club

Hibernian is a professional football club based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The club was founded in 1875 and plays in the Scottish Premiership. Hibernian is known for its passionate fanbase and rich history in Scottish football.

Synonyms

Hibs.

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Word Description / Examples
Hibernian

Formal name of a football club based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Suitable for official documents, formal writings, and contexts where the full name is required.

  • Hibernian Football Club was founded in 1875.
  • The player transferred to Hibernian in the summer transfer window.
Hibs

Common nickname for the Hibernian Football Club, often used by fans and in informal contexts such as social media, conversations, and casual articles.

  • Hibs won their latest match against Celtic.
  • Are you going to the Hibs game this weekend?

Examples of usage

  • Hibernian won the Scottish Cup in 2016.
  • The match between Hibernian and Hearts is always intense.
Context #2 | Adjective

relating to Ireland

Hibernian is an adjective used to describe things related to Ireland. It is often used in historical contexts to refer to the ancient inhabitants of Ireland.

Synonyms

Irish.

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Hibernian

This word is typically used in literature or formal writing to refer to something related to Ireland or Irish people. It has a more classical or poetic feel.

  • The Hibernian culture is rich with mythology and folklore.
  • The Hibernian landscape is known for its lush, green beauty.
Irish

This is the most commonly used and straightforward term to describe anything related to Ireland or its people. It is suitable for everyday conversation and general use.

  • She has an Irish accent.
  • Irish music is very popular around the world.

Examples of usage

  • The Hibernian tribes were fierce warriors.
  • Hibernian folklore is rich and diverse.

Translations

Translations of the word "Hibernian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Hiberniano

🇮🇳 हाइबरनीयन

🇩🇪 Hibernianisch

🇮🇩 Hibernian

🇺🇦 Гібернійський

🇵🇱 Hibernian

🇯🇵 ハイバーニアン

🇫🇷 Hibernien

🇪🇸 Hiberniano

🇹🇷 Hibernian

🇰🇷 하이버니언

🇸🇦 هيبرنيان

🇨🇿 Hibernian

🇸🇰 Hibernian

🇨🇳 希伯尼安

🇸🇮 Hibernian

🇮🇸 Hibernian

🇰🇿 Хиберниан

🇬🇪 ჰიბერნიანი

🇦🇿 Hibernian

🇲🇽 Hiberniano

Etymology

The term 'Hibernian' originated from the Latin word 'Hibernia', which was the classical Latin name for Ireland. It has been used historically to refer to the people or things related to Ireland. The football club Hibernian FC was named after this term to emphasize its Irish roots and heritage.