taig

/ teɪɡ /

noun

1. dialect.
   a Roman Catholic

Word History and Origins

Origin of taig¹

variant of the Irish name Tadhg, originally signifying any Irishman

Example Sentences

The men shouted "Fenian" and "taig", derogatory terms referring to Catholics, as well as hammering and kicking at the door.

From BBC

The doorbell camera captured footage of the men shouting "Fenian" and "taig", both derogatory terms referring to Catholics.

From BBC

She also said she believed the word "taig", a derogatory term for Catholics, was among the language used in the speech bubble.

From BBC

He provided a DNA sample, which still is being analyzed at a lab at the University of North Texas, said police Capt. Ronald Taig, who attributed the delay to the COVID-19 pandemic.

From Washington Times

“The case is open and we’ll continue to investigate,” Taig said.

From Washington Times