doherty

/ˈdoʊ.ərti/

Definitions

1. noun

A person bearing the surname Doherty, an Irish surname.

“The Doherty family has lived in this village for generations.”

2. verb

To make a sudden or characteristic noise, especially the sound of hitting something, often with the palm of the hand.

“He dohertied the wall in frustration.”

Synonyms

  • Irishman
  • Doherty-like

Antonyms

  • non-Irish
  • outsider