Erse (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several related languages of the Celts in Ireland and Scotland.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The ancient Celtic language of Erse was still spoken by some in the remote Scottish Highlands.
- Erse was the language of the Irish and Scottish Celts for many centuries.
- The poet's use of Erse in his verse added a touch of authenticity to the work.
- Scholars have long studied the similarities between Erse and other Celtic languages.
- The old man's knowledge of Erse was unparalleled in the village.