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Imbolc

/ ˈɪmbəʊlk; ˈɪmbəlk; ˈɪmməlk /

noun

  1. an ancient Celtic festival associated with the goddess Brigit, held on Feb 1 or 2 to mark the beginning of spring. It is also celebrated by modern pagans
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of Imbolc1

C15: from Old Irish oimelc ewe's milk

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