fairy fort

English

Etymology

From fairy +‎ fort.

Noun

fairy fort (plural fairy forts)

  1. Synonym 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.
    Synonyms: fairy mound, fairy rath
  2. Synonym of earthen mound.
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