brogue

/ˈbroʊɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

a dialect of Irish or Scottish origin, especially one used by gypsies

“He had a distinctive brogue that gave away his Irish heritage.”

2. noun

a type of shoe, especially one with a decorative or ornamental design

“He wore a pair of ornate brogues to the party.”

3. verb

to utter or speak with a distinctive brogue

“He brogued loudly in the pub, drawing attention to himself.”

Synonyms

  • dialect
  • gypsy
  • ornament
  • shoe

Antonyms

  • plain
  • standard