fairy forts

A form of fairy fort — Synonym of fairy hill; the remains of ancient archaeological sites in Ireland, like remains of ringforts, hillforts, or other circular dwellings; superstitiously said to be associated with fairies or leprechauns.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of fairy fort
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