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taghairm

[ˈtʰɤɾʲɤm]

noun

LanguageScottish Gaelic

Meaning
  1. echo
  2. a gathering summons
  3. taghairm
  4. A sound caused by the reflection of sound waves from a surface back to the listener.
Examples

Chuala mi taghairm anns a' bheinn.

I heard an echo in the mountain.

Pronunciationˈtʰɤɾʲɤm

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThis word can also refer to a specific historical gathering summons or ritual practice.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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