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\ ˈbrōg \

Definition of brogue (Entry 1 of 2) 1 : a stout coarse shoe worn formerly in Ireland and the Scottish Highlands 2 : a heavy shoe often with a hobnailed sole : brogan a heavy shoe often with a hobnailed sole 3 : a stout oxford shoe with perforations and usually a wing tip

Definition of brogue (Entry 2 of 2) : a dialect or regional pronunciation especially : an Irish accent

First Known Use of brogue Noun (1) 1584, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Noun (2) 1677, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for brogue Noun (1) Irish bróg & Scottish Gaelic bròg, from Middle Irish bróc, probably from Old Norse brōk leg covering; akin to Old English brōc leg covering — more at breech Noun (2) Irish barróg accent, speech impediment, literally, wrestling hold, tight grip

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More Definitions for brogue brogue noun \ ˈbrōg \ Kids Definition of brogue : an Irish or Scottish accent

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