Meaning of the word brogue in English
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brogue
US /broʊɡ/
UK /broʊɡ/
Noun
1.
a strong outdoor shoe with perforations and a distinctive pattern, traditionally worn in Ireland and Scotland
Example:
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He polished his leather brogues until they gleamed.
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She wore a tweed suit with sturdy brogues.
2.
a distinctive accent, especially an Irish or Scottish one, when speaking English
Example:
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He spoke with a thick Irish brogue.
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Her Scottish brogue was charming.
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