Ireland
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A geographical island: A large island in the North Atlantic Ocean, located west of Great Britain. It is politically divided into two distinct entities.
- A sovereign state: A republic occupying the larger portion (approximately five-sixths) of the island of Ireland. Its official name is Ireland (Irish: Éire), and it is also commonly referred to as the Republic of Ireland to distinguish it from the island as a whole.
Examples of Usage
Proper noun (Island):
- The island of Ireland has a rich cultural heritage.
- They traveled around all of Ireland in two weeks.
Proper noun (Republic):
- Dublin is the capital city of Ireland.
- Ireland is a member of the European Union.
Advanced Usage
"The Republic of Ireland": Used to specify the sovereign state, avoiding ambiguity with the entire island, especially in political contexts.
- The Republic of Ireland gained its independence in the 20th century.
"Northern Ireland": Refers to the part of the island that is a constituent country of the United Kingdom.
- The peace process in Northern Ireland was a significant achievement.
Variants and Related Words
Irish (adj): Of or relating to Ireland, its people, or the Gaelic language.
- She is proud of her Irish ancestry.
Hibernia: A poetic or historical name for Ireland.
- Éire: The Irish language name for Ireland, used officially.
Synonyms
- Emerald Isle: A poetic nickname for Ireland, referring to its lush green landscape.
- The Republic: Informal shorthand for the Republic of Ireland in specific contexts.
Related Phrases
- "The troubles": A term often used to refer to the decades of conflict in Northern Ireland during the late 20th century.
- "Celtic Tiger": A term referring to the period of rapid economic growth in the Republic of Ireland from the mid-1990s to the late 2000s.
Noun
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an island comprising the republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
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a republic consisting of 26 of 32 counties comprising the island of Ireland; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1921
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