celtic

adjective
UK: /ˈkeltɪk/
US: /ˈkeltɪk/

  1. Relating to the Celts or the Celtic languages.

    1. The Celtic designs are very beautiful. [ ] [ ]
    2. She studies Celtic art and its influence on modern design aesthetics. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

gaelic
celtic noun

  1. A branch of the Indo-European language family that includes Irish, Welsh, and Breton.

    1. He is learning Celtic at the university. [ ] [ ]
    2. The professor specializes in the reconstruction of Proto-Celtic. [ ] [ ]

  2. A person of Celtic descent.

    1. Many Celts live in Ireland. [ ] [ ]
    2. The festival celebrated the heritage of the Celts in the region. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "celtic" is /ˈkeltɪk/ in British English and /ˈkeltɪk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "celtic": gaelic.

Example usage of "celtic": "The Celtic designs are very beautiful.". More examples on the page.