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- [fil-uh-beg]
- /ˈfɪl əˌbɛg/
- /fˈɪlaɪbəɡ/
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- [fil-uh-beg]
- /ˈfɪl əˌbɛg/
Definition of philibeg word
- noun philibeg the kilt or pleated skirt worn by Scottish Highlanders. 1
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Origin of philibeg
First appearance:
before 1740 One of the 48% newest English words
1740-50; < Scots Gaelic, equivalent to feile kilt + beag little
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Parts of speech for Philibeg
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philibeg popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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