Shillalah: meaning, definitions and examples

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shillalah

 

[ สƒษชหˆleษชli ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Irish stick

A shillelagh is a wooden stick or club associated with Irish folklore and culture, often used as a weapon or for walking. It is traditionally made from blackthorn wood or oak and is characterized by its heavy, thick appearance. The shillelagh symbolizes Irish heritage and is sometimes used in informal contexts to represent fighting or brawls.

Synonyms

cane, club, stick.

Examples of usage

  • He carried a shillelagh during the festival.
  • The old man taught me how to use a shillelagh.
  • He brandished a shillelagh in defense of his honor.

Translations

Translations of the word "shillalah" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคฒเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะธะปะฐะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒฉใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ค๋ž„๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดูŠู„ุงู„ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅธŒๆ‹‰ๆ‹‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ shillalah

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะธะปะฐะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸilalษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ shillalah

Etymology

The term 'shillelagh' has its origins in Ireland, specifically derived from the village of Shillelagh in County Wicklow, where these walking sticks were originally crafted. The word is believed to have been used since the 17th century and reflects the cultural significance of the stick in Irish society. Historically, blackthorn wood, known for its strength and durability, was commonly used to make shillelaghs, while oak was favored for its weight and ability to deliver impact in physical confrontations. Shillelaghs were often associated with traditional Irish barroom brawls, symbolizing Irish masculinity and pride. Over time, the shillelagh has evolved into a symbol of Irish identity and is often referenced in literature and popular culture.