daoine

/ðiːnʲ/

Definitions

1. noun

a person or people, often used in a general or unspecified sense.

“The daoine in the village were friendly and welcoming.”

2. noun

a person or group of people who are native to a particular region or country.

“The daoine of Ireland have a rich cultural heritage.”

3. noun

a person or people who are descended from a particular family or group.

“The daoine of the O’Connor clan have a long history of leadership.”

Synonyms

  • folk
  • people

Antonyms

  • inanimate
  • nonhuman