Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A Celtic goddess: In Irish mythology, Boann is a goddess associated with the River Boyne. She is known as the mother of Angus Og (also called Óengus), the god of love, youth, and poetic inspiration.

Usage Notes

• "Boann" is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to this specific mythological figure. It is not used in general contexts.
• The name is often encountered in texts about Celtic or Irish mythology, folklore, and literature.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • In the myth, Boann created the River Boyne.
  • Boann is celebrated as the mother of the love god, Angus Og.

Advanced Usage

• In mythological context: The name "Boann" is intrinsically linked to the origin story of the River Boyne in Ireland. According to legend, the river sprang forth as a result of her actions.
• In modern cultural references: The name may appear in modern works of fantasy literature, music, or art that draw upon Celtic mythological themes.

Variants and Related Words

• Boyne: The name of the river in Ireland associated with the goddess Boann.
• Óengus / Angus Og: The son of Boann and the Dagda (the chief god), often referred to as the god of love and youth.

Synonyms

• Deity: A god or goddess (this is a general term, not a direct synonym for the specific name "Boann").
• Goddess: A female deity.

Related Phrases and Concepts

• The Dagda: In Irish mythology, the Dagda is a chief god and is often named as the father of Angus Og with Boann.
• Síd in Broga: Also known as Newgrange, an ancient monument located near the River Boyne, which is connected to the myths of Angus Og and, by extension, Boann.

Noun

1. Celtic goddess; mother of Angus Og