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Manx

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Manx
shoh
pron
A word used to point to something that is nearby.

“Shoh my hie.”

This is my house.

Also means
  1. this

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
aynshoh
adv
A word indicating the place where the speaker is located.

“Ta mee aynshoh.”

I am here.

Also means
  1. here

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
ayd[ed]Appears in an example
pron
This word is used to indicate that something belongs to you or is near you.

“Vel shoh ayd?”

Is this yours?

Also means
  1. second-person singular of ec
  2. at you

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
çheu[t͡ʃeu]Appears in an example
noun
The position or area to the left or right of an object or person. It can also refer to a person's point of view or position on an issue.

“Shoh y çheu jeh'n thie.”

This is the side of the house.

Also means
  1. side
  2. standpoint

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
deyr[dəːr]Appears in an example
adj
Something that costs a lot of money or is considered very valuable.

“Ta yn lioar shoh feer deyr.”

This book is very expensive.

Also means
  1. expensive
  2. valuable
  3. costly
  4. dear (expensive)
  5. unfree

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
EneyAppears in an example
name
The day of the week before Saturday.

“Ta'n Eney shoh cheet.”

Friday is coming.

Also means
  1. Friday

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
jees[d͡ʒiːs]Appears in an example
noun
A pair or a couple of two items.

“Ta jees d'oltey yn choyrle shoh.”

There is a pair of members on this council.

Also means
  1. pair
  2. couple

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
nieu[nʲeu]Appears in an example
noun
A substance that causes illness or death when it is swallowed, breathed, or absorbed by a living thing.

“T'eh shoh nieu.”

This is poison.

Also means
  1. poison
  2. venom
  3. virus
  4. toxemia
  5. venomousness

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
trogAppears in an example
verb
To move something to a higher position or to build something.

“Trog y clagh shoh.”

Lift this stone.

Also means
  1. to lift, raise, hoist, raise up, elevate, heave (as shoulders), boost
  2. to rig up, construct, build
  3. to take
  4. to lift

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
dhyts[dits]Appears in an example
pron
An emphatic form of the second-person singular prepositional pronoun used for emphasis.

“Dhyts y tombaacey shoh.”

This tobacco is for you.

Also means
  1. second-person singular informal emphatic of da
  2. to you (emphatic)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
enmynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the noun ennym, meaning more than one name.

“Ta ny enmyn shoh feer ghoan.”

These names are very rare.

Also means
  1. plural of ennym
  2. names

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
InjynAppears in an example
name
A geographical name referring to the Indies.

“Ta shoh Injyn.”

This is the Indies.

Also means
  1. The Indies

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
leagh[lɨə̯x]Appears in an example
noun
The amount of money something costs, or the importance and worth of an object or action.

“Ta leagh mie er y stoo shoh.”

This item has a good value.

Also means
  1. price, value
  2. reward, recompense
  3. price

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
trome[troːm]Appears in an example
adj
Something that has a lot of weight or is very substantial. It can also describe a situation that is difficult to handle.

“Ta'n lioar shoh trome.”

This book is heavy.

Also means
  1. heavy, substantial, dense
  2. difficult
  3. emphatic
  4. intense
  5. pregnant
  6. heavy

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
ynnydAppears in an example
noun
A specific location, spot, or position. It can also refer to a seat of government.

“Vel yn ynnyd shoh feer vooar?”

Is this place very big?

Also means
  1. place, spot
  2. position, location
  3. seat (of government)
  4. place

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
brishtAppears in an example
verb
The past participle form of the verb to break. It describes something that has already been fractured or damaged.

“Ta'n ghless shoh brisht.”

This glass is broken.

Also means
  1. past participle of brish
  2. broken

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
cainleAppears in an example
noun
A stick of wax with a wick that gives light when it is lit.

“Shoh cainle vane.”

This is a white candle.

Also means
  1. candle (a light source)
  2. candle

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
commynAppears in an example
noun
An established organization or group.

“Ta commyn vooar ayns y valley shoh.”

There is a large institution in this town.

“Ta'n commyn shoh cur cooney da sleih gyn thie.”

This institution provides help to homeless people.

Also means
  1. institution
  2. organization

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
follanAppears in an example
adj
Describes something that is in good condition, healthy, or safe to eat.

“Ta'n feeyn shoh follan.”

This wine is sound.

Also means
  1. sound
  2. edible

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
laueanAppears in an example
noun
A piece of clothing worn on the hand to keep it warm or for protection.

“Quoi s’lesh ny laueanyn shoh?”

Whose gloves are these?

Also means
  1. glove

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
loghynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the word logh, meaning lake.

“Ta loghyn dy liooar ayns y thalloo shoh.”

There are plenty of lakes in this land.

Also means
  1. plural of logh
  2. lakes

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
preeu-Appears in an example
prefix
A prefix used to indicate that something is the most important or primary version of a thing.

“She shoh yn preeu-choyrle.”

This is the prime advice.

Also means
  1. prime

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
thieynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the word for house, referring to multiple buildings where people live.

“Ta thieyn mooarey ayns shoh.”

There are big houses here.

Also means
  1. plural of thie
  2. houses

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
carrane[kaˈrɛːn]Appears in an example
noun
A light, open type of footwear consisting of a sole held to the foot by straps.

“Ta ny carranyn shoh feer ghooie.”

These sandals are very comfortable.

Also means
  1. sandal
  2. slipper

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
çheereyAppears in an example
noun
This is the genitive singular form of the word for land or country. It is used when expressing possession or relationship involving land.

“Shoh y çheerey echey.”

This is his land.

Also means
  1. genitive singular of çheer
  2. of land

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
focklynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the Manx word for word.

“Ta ram focklyn ayns y lioar shoh.”

There are many words in this book.

Also means
  1. plural of fockle
  2. wording
  3. words

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
geinneeAppears in an example
noun
This is a grammatical form of the word 'geinnagh' used to show possession or specific relations.

“Cha nel eh ry-gheddyn ayns yn ynnyd geinnee shoh.”

It is not found in this sandy place.

Also means
  1. genitive singular of geinnagh

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
harmaneAppears in an example
noun
The mutated form of the word 'sharmane' occurring after specific grammatical particles.

“Cha nel harmane ayns shoh.”

There is no sharmane here.

Also means
  1. lenited form of sharmane

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
keylleyAppears in an example
noun
This is the genitive case of the noun 'keyll', which means a wood or forest. It is used when something belongs to or is associated with a wood.

“Ta skaylley keylley ayns shoh.”

There is a shelter of a wood here.

Also means
  1. genitive singular of keyll
  2. of a wood

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
schoillAppears in an example
noun
This is an alternative way to write the word for school.

“Ta'n schoill shoh mooar.”

This school is big.

Also means
  1. alternative form of scoill
  2. school

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
shiuishAppears in an example
pron
An emphatic version of the pronoun used for either a formal singular 'you' or a plural 'you'.

“Shoh shiuish, goll er y raad.”

There you are, going on the road.

Also means
  1. Second person singular formal emphatic personal pronoun; you.
  2. Second person plural emphatic personal pronoun; you, ye.
  3. you

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
stubbinAppears in an example
noun
A Manx cat, specifically a rumpy, which is a cat born with no tail.

“Ta'n stubbin shoh feer ghooghyssagh.”

This Manx cat is very characteristic.

Also means
  1. Manx cat
  2. rumpy

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
tonnaghAppears in an example
adj
Describing something that has a wavy shape or movement, like hills or the sea.

“Ta'n thalloo tonnagh shoh feer aalin.”

This undulating land is very beautiful.

Also means
  1. undulating
  2. billowy
  3. wavy

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
YernishAppears in an example
name
The Irish language, which is closely related to Manx.

“Ta'n fockle Gaelgagh shoh çheet magh ass y Yernish.”

This Manx word is derived from Irish.

“Ta'n fockle Gaelgagh shoh çheet magh ass y Yernish.”

This Manx word is derived from Irish.

Also means
  1. the Irish language

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
ayraghynAppears in an example
noun
This is the plural form of the word 'ayr', which means father.

“Ta ny ayraghyn shoh troggal thie.”

These fathers are building a house.

Also means
  1. plural of ayr
  2. fathers

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
blasstalAppears in an example
adj
Describes food that has a good or pleasant flavor. It can also imply that food is well-seasoned.

“Ta'n bee shoh feer vlasstal.”

This food is very tasty.

Also means
  1. tasty, savory
  2. seasoned
  3. fruity
  4. tasty

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
CanadaghAppears in an example
adj
Relating to or coming from the country of Canada.

“Ta ben Canadagh cummal ayns shoh.”

A Canadian woman is living here.

Also means
  1. Canadian (in nationality)
  2. Canadian

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
fockleyrAppears in an example
noun
A book that lists words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings.

“Ta ymmodee focklyn ayns y fockleyr shoh.”

There are many words in this dictionary.

Also means
  1. dictionary, lexicon, wordbook
  2. thesaurus
  3. dictionary

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
GailckeyAppears in an example
name
This is the genitive form of the word Gailck, which refers to the Manx language.

“Shoh y fockleyr Gailckey.”

This is the Manx dictionary.

Also means
  1. genitive of Gailck

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
jialgaghAppears in an example
adj
Describing something covered with spikes, thorns, or prickles.

“Ta'n billey shoh feer jialgagh.”

This tree is very prickly.

Also means
  1. spiny
  2. prickly
  3. thorny

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
lioaraghAppears in an example
noun
This is the grammatical form used for the word 'book' when it follows another noun to show possession or connection.

“Shoh yn clood lioaragh.”

This is the book cover.

Also means
  1. genitive singular of lioar

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
shamyrynAppears in an example
noun
This is the plural form of the word for room. It refers to two or more rooms.

“Ta shamyryn mooarey ayns y thie shoh.”

There are big rooms in this house.

Also means
  1. plural of shamyr
  2. rooms

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
gyn dooytAppears in an example
adv
A phrase used to express certainty or agreement.

“Ta shoh yn kiart, gyn dooyt.”

This is the right one, no doubt.

Also means
  1. no doubt

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
obbraghynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the noun obbyr, referring to multiple instances of work, tasks, or labor.

“Ta ny obbraghyn shoh feer chruai.”

These works are very hard.

Also means
  1. plural of obbyr
  2. works

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
shiaghtin[ʃaxtənʲ]Appears in an example
noun
A period of seven days.

“Bee shiaghtin Jemayrt shoh çheet.”

It will be a week come Tuesday.

“Bee shiaghtin Jemayrt shoh 'heet.”

It will be a week come Tuesday.

Also means
  1. week

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
SpaainaghAppears in an example
adj
Relating to Spain, its people, or someone of Hispanic heritage.

“Ta'n dooinney Spaainagh er shoh.”

The Spanish man is here.

Also means
  1. Spanish (in nationality)
  2. Hispanic
  3. Spanish

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
bun-ardjynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of bun-ard, referring to basic or foundational regions or areas.

“Ta ny bun-ardjyn shoh scanshoil.”

These base regions are important.

Also means
  1. plural of bun-ard
  2. base regions

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
lhiannanynAppears in an example
noun
This is the plural form of the word lhiannan, referring to more than one lover or sweetheart.

“Va ny lhiannanyn shoh cooidjagh.”

These lovers were together.

Also means
  1. plural of lhiannan
  2. lovers

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
smooinaghtAppears in an example
noun
An idea, concept, or personal opinion. It refers to the mental process of thinking.

“Ta smooinaght vie aym er y chooish shoh.”

I have a good idea about this matter.

Also means
  1. thought, concept, idea
  2. sentiment, notion
  3. impression, opinion
  4. thought

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
GailckaghysAppears in an example
noun
The process of making something Manx or adapting it to the Manx language and culture.

“Ta Gailckaghys y chiaull shoh er ve feer yindyssagh.”

The Manxification of this music has been truly wonderful.

Also means
  1. Manxification

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
keintyssaghAppears in an example
adj
Relating to the biological characteristics or activities associated with sex.

“Ta'n cooish shoh keintyssagh.”

This matter is sexual.

Also means
  1. sexual

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
Twoaie NerinAppears in an example
name
A geographic term used to describe the northern part of Ireland.

“Ta Twoaie Nerin jannoo ymmyd jeh'n enmys shoh.”

The north of Ireland makes use of this term.

Also means
  1. the north of Ireland

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
YernisheyrynAppears in an example
noun
The plural form of the word Yernisheyr.

“Cha nel agh Yernisheyryn ayns shoh.”

There are only Irishmen here.

Also means
  1. plural of Yernisheyr

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
Feaill' VaaylAppears in an example
name
The feast of Saint Michael, celebrated on the 29th of September.

“Ta Feaill' Vaayl ec jerrey ny mee shoh.”

Michaelmas is at the end of this month.

Also means
  1. Michaelmas

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
symney pooseeAppears in an example
noun
A public announcement of an intended marriage.

“Hug ad magh yn symney poosee Jedoonee shoh chaie.”

They called the banns last Sunday.

Also means
  1. banns

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Manx
Ean SushtallaghAppears in an example
name
A name referring to the biblical figure John the Evangelist.

“Shoh script Ean Sushtallagh.”

This is the writing of John the Evangelist.

Also means
  1. John the Evangelist

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 3 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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