Connaught

Connaught is a word of Irish origin that refers to a historical province in the western part of the island of Ireland. The name comes from the Irish Gaelic “Connachta,” meaning “descendants of Conn.” It has also been used as a given name in Ireland.

English word type: Proper noun

American pronunciation: /ˈkɑːnɔːt/

Synonyms: None

Easily confused with: None

Examples:

  • Connaught is one of the four provinces of Ireland.
  • The Connaught rugby team is based in the city of Galway.