fairy fort
Synonym of fairy hillSynonym of fairy hill; the remains of ancient archaeological sites in Ireland, like remains of ringforts, hillforts, or other circular dwellings; superstitiously said to be associated with fairies or leprechauns.
Meaning
2 sensesSynonym of fairy hill; the remains of ancient archaeological sites in Ireland, like remains of ringforts, hillforts, or other circular dwellings; superstitiously said to be associated with fairies or leprechauns.
Synonym of earthen mound.
Origin
From fairy + fort.From fairy + fort.
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Forms
plural: fairy forts| Singular | fairy fort |
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Synonyms
4 synonymsSee also
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