Meaning of the word gaelic in English

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gaelic

US /ˈɡæl.ɪk/
UK /ˈɡæl.ɪk/
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Noun

1.

a Goidelic language of Scotland, descended from Old Irish. It is spoken by a small minority of people in the Highlands and Islands.

Example:
Many traditional Scottish songs are sung in Gaelic.
She is studying Scottish Gaelic at university.

Adjective

1.

relating to the Goidelic languages, especially Scottish Gaelic.

Example:
The island has a strong Gaelic cultural heritage.
He is a native speaker of Gaelic.
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