Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shillelagh
noun
/ʃɪˈleɪ.li/
Definition
A shillelagh is a heavy wooden club or walking stick, often made from blackthorn, associated with Irish culture.
Examples
- He carried a shillelagh as he walked through the fields.
- In the story, the hero used his shillelagh to fend off the attackers.
- The shillelagh is often seen as a representation of traditional Irish folklore.
Meaning
Traditionally used as a weapon or for defense, it has also become a symbol of Irish heritage.
Synonyms
- bludgeon
- bat
- clubbing stick
