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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD CLADDAGH RING

From Claddagh, a small fishing village on the edge of Galway city.
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PRONUNCIATION OF CLADDAGH RING

Claddagh ring  [ˈklædə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CLADDAGH RING

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conjunction
determiner
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Claddagh ring is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES CLADDAGH RING MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Claddagh ring

Claddagh ring

The Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring given which represents love, loyalty, and friendship. The design and customs associated with it originated in the Irish fishing village of Claddagh, located just outside the old city walls of Galway, now part of Galway City. The ring, as currently known, was first produced in the 17th century.

Definition of Claddagh ring in the English dictionary

The definition of Claddagh ring in the dictionary is any of various elaborately designed rings, esp one in the shape of two hands embracing a heart, given as a token of lasting affection.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CLADDAGH RING


adder
ˈædə
bladder
ˈblædə
cladder
ˈklædə
gadder
ˈɡædə
ladder
ˈlædə
madder
ˈmædə
padder
ˈpædə
sadder
ˈsædə
stadda
ˈstædə
stepladder
ˈstɛpˌlædə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CLADDAGH RING

CJA
CJD
ck
cl
clabber
clabby-doo
clach
clachan
clack
clack valve
clackbox
clackdish
clacker
Clackmannan
Clackmannanshire
Clacton
Clacton-on-Sea
Clactonian

WORDS THAT END LIKE CLADDAGH RING

anchor ring
benzene ring
boxing ring
bring
engagement ring
fairy ring
key ring
nose ring
onion ring
piston ring
price ring
smoke ring
smuggling ring
snap ring
spy ring
teething ring
the prize ring
the ring
to go for the brass ring
tree ring
wedding ring

Synonyms and antonyms of Claddagh ring in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Claddagh ring» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CLADDAGH RING

Find out the translation of Claddagh ring to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of Claddagh ring from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Claddagh ring» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

克拉达戒指
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

anillo de Claddagh
570 millions of speakers

English

Claddagh ring
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

Claddagh अंगूठी
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

حلقة كلاداغ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Кладдаг кольцо
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

anel Claddagh
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ক্ল্যাডঘাং রিং
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

bague de Claddagh
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Cincin Claddagh
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Claddagh Ring
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

クラダリング
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

Claddagh 링
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Claddagh ring
85 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Vietnamese

vòng Claddagh
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

க்ளாடாக் மோதிரம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

क्लाडगाँग रिंग
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Claddagh yüzüğü
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

anello di Claddagh
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

claddagh pierścień
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Кладдаг кільце
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

inel Claddagh
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

Claddagh δαχτυλίδι
15 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Afrikaans

Claddagh ring
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Claddagh ring
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Claddagh ring
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Claddagh ring

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CLADDAGH RING»

The term «Claddagh ring» is quite widely used and occupies the 51.758 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CLADDAGH RING» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Claddagh ring

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CLADDAGH RING»

Discover the use of Claddagh ring in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Claddagh ring and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Claddagh Ring
Through vivid anecdotes and charming folk tales, bestselling author Malachy McCourt recounts the story of the Claddagh ring, a timeless symbol of friendship, loyalty, and love formed by two clasped hands and worn by millions in Ireland and ...
Malachy McCourt, 2004
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The Story of the Claddagh Ring
History and modern lore of the traditional Irish love-ring.
Sean McMahon, 2005
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The Story of the Claddagh Ring
The Story of the Claddagh Ring is based on a true story of how the Irish Claddagh ring came to be.
Lindsay Alison Ahart, 2008
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Frommer's Ireland from $90 a Day
Souvenir Stories: The Claddagh Ring Fun Fact One of the most popular souvenirs to take home from Ireland is a Claddagh ring. Its story began in Galway —more precisely, just over the Father Griffin Bridge, on the west bank of the River Corrib, ...
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, 2006
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A Claddagh Ring for Nuala
Years later, he returns to Claddagh and finds Nuala still waiting for him. He crafts a ring for her, known as the Claddagh ring, to symbolize their love, friendship, and faithfulness. A Claddagh ring is included with the book.
Duncan Crosbie, 2003
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The Claddagh Mission
“Please show me your finest Claddagh ring.” “Ah, an excellent choice, young man,” the clerk responded. “Yes, the whole town is talking about how she threw some pots at you. But she's a fine girl, nevertheless. Just keep on her best side, is all ...
John Leary, 2005
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The Economy of Ulysses: Making Both Ends Meet
Partly this association with gifts is a result of Molly's fond memories of rings: in addition to a letter, she once received from Mulvey a "clumsy Claddagh ring" ( 18.866). His gift of a loveletter began their affair, creating a return through space by ...
Mark Osteen, 1995
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Frommer's Ireland 2005
Souvenir Stories: The Claddagh Ring Fun Fact One of the most popular souvenirs to take home from Ireland is a Claddagh ring. Its story began in Galway , or more precisely, just over the Father Griffin Bridge, on the west bank of the River ...
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, 2005
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Ireland For Dummies
Upon his release and return to Galway in 1689,Joyce became a goldsmith and developedthe Claddagh ring based on a design he had encountered in Algeria. This story is suppolted by the fact that many Claddagh rings from the early 1700s  ...
Elizabeth Albertson, 2011
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Galway: Galway, Galway Arts Festival, History of Galway, ...
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online.
Source: Wikipedia, 2011

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CLADDAGH RING»

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Couple celebrate Glastonbury in style by getting engaged
"He gave me a Claddagh ring and then we are going to shop for a proper one. We are celebrating by seeing Motorhead, Patti Smyth and Hot ... «Belfast Telegraph, Jun 15»
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'The Bachelorette' recap: Nick and Kaitlyn get it on
Naturally, he buys them both a Claddagh ring. Claddagh rings, as you may know, are significant in that they essentially represent commitment ... «Baltimore Sun, Jun 15»
3
Welman's Silver Lining
One of their most popular items is the Claddagh ring. “They have been around forever,” said Simons. “They started hundreds of years ago in ... «Independent Retailer, Jun 15»
4
Longford man to direct star-studded movie
To source the money necessary for the film, a fundraiser has been planned for June 20 at the Claddagh Ring in Hendon, North London. So far ... «Longford Leader, Jun 15»
5
One man's radical plan for the Ha'penny Bridge
She always wore a Claddagh ring which she claimed Tom Moore, the poet, had given her. She left that to Ned and he wore it all his life, then it ... «Irish Times, Jun 15»
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Hundreds of Watches Are Stolen but a Victim Remains Undaunted
Over here: a Claddagh ring, a self-portrait in bronze, a robust photographic collection of female nudes from the 1920s. “From a man in Mexico,” ... «New York Times, May 15»
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The top Irish engagement rings (PHOTOS)
The Claddagh ring is one of Ireland's greatest traditions and is worn by many to symbolize the love, loyalty and friendship that they value in ... «IrishCentral, May 15»
8
'Whitey' Bulger's cash set to go to victims
Prosecutors have also said they plan to auction off Bulger's belongings — including his diamond Claddagh ring — and split those profits ... «Boston Globe, May 15»
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All the best: Actor Marty Maguire's favourite things
When I was 16, my grandmother gave me a Claddagh ring — I still wear it today and I've managed to wear it in lots of films and programmes. «Belfast Telegraph, May 15»
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Council orders removal of Dublin 'gay' mural ahead of equal …
One of the men in the mural is wearing a traditional Irish Claddagh ring – which represents friendship, loyalty and love, and has grown in ... «PinkNews, Apr 15»

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