imbolc
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Imbolc or Imbolg (ˈɪmbəlk, ˈɪmbəʊlk, ˈɪmməlk, ˈɪmbəlk, ˈɪmbəʊlk, ˈɪmməlk) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| an ancient Celtic festival associated with the goddess Brigit, held on Feb 1 or 2 to mark the beginning of spring. It is also celebrated by modern pagans | |
| [C15: from Old Irish oimelc ewe's milk] | |
| Imbolg or Imbolg | |
| —n | |
| [C15: from Old Irish oimelc ewe's milk] | |
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