noun
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Etymology
Origin of Irishwoman
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at Irish, woman
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The 39-year-old Irishwoman has not boxed since completing a clean sweep of the trilogy against Amanda Serrano in New York's Madison Square Garden last July, which saw her retain her undisputed light-welterweight title.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Former undisputed light-welterweight champion Cameron's only loss came to Irishwoman Katie Taylor in 2023 while 34-year-old Czech fighter Kotaskova has 11 wins and two draws on her record.
From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026
In two fights considered modern-day classics, Irishwoman Taylor, 38, edged the Puerto Rican on points in Texas earlier this month and in New York two years ago.
From BBC • Nov. 27, 2024
It was a big call, made to look rather foolish when the Irishwoman trounced Ally Ewing 4&3 as Europe mounted their unlikely and ultimately forlorn fightback.
From BBC • Sep. 16, 2024
Captain MacDonnell's mother was an Irishwoman and his father a Scotchman.
From The Ranch Girls and Their Great Adventure by Vandercook, Margaret
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