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tuatha de danann

 

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Noun tuatha de danann has 1 sense
  1. Tuatha De Danann, Tuatha De - race of Celtic gods or demigods; ruled Ireland in the Golden Age
    --1 is a kind of Celtic deity

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Tuatha de Danann

Tuatha de Danann refers to a mythical race in Irish folklore, often considered as divine beings. They are believed to be the early inhabitants of Ireland before humans arrived. The term is derived from Irish Gaelic, where "Tuatha" translates to "people" and "Danann" is associated with the goddess Danu.

The Tuatha de Danann were known for their exceptional skills in magic, poetry, and craftsmanship. They possessed various magical artifacts and had a deep connection with nature. In Irish mythology, they engaged in battles with the Fomorians, another supernatural race, to defend their homeland.

Sense 1: Mythology

Sample Sentence: The Tuatha de Danann were revered as divine beings with powerful magical abilities.

Sense 2: Irish Folklore

Sample Sentence: Legends often depict the Tuatha de Danann as beautiful and immortal beings who coexisted with early human settlers.

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