fionnuala

/fɪˈnuːlə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A female given name of Irish origin, variant of Fionnuala, the name of a legendary Irish swan maiden.

“The newborn girl was named Fionnuala, after her grandmother’s favorite mythological character.”

2. noun

A swan maiden from Irish mythology, said to have a beautiful singing voice.

“Fionnuala’s enchanting voice filled the entire forest, and the animals gathered around her.”

Synonyms

  • mythological figure
  • swan maiden

Antonyms

  • non-mythological person
  • ordinary woman