Banshee
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bænˈʃiː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Banshee is a noun meaning (Scotland, Ireland, folklore) A female spirit, usually taking the form of a woman whose mournful wailing warns of an impending death.
Meaning
(Scotland, Ireland, folklore) A female spirit, usually taking the form of a woman whose mournful wailing warns of an impending death.
More Meanings
- (derogatory) A noisy or ill-tempered woman.
Example Sentences
Where's this old banshee that runs the place?
Late had he heard, in prophet's dream, / The fatal Ben-Shie's boding scream […].
Word Forms
- banshees
- banshie
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include banshie, ben-shie, spiritess, mermaiden, syren, ghostess.
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