BAWNEEN

Etymology

Noun

bawneen (countable and uncountable, plural bawneens)

(Ireland) Woven wool or flannel; especially undyed, unbleached wool.

(Ireland) A traditional Irish "Aran" sweater.

(Ireland) A waistcoat with sleeves, typically worn by labourers and fishermen.

Source: Wiktionary



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