banshee Meaning & Definition
/bænˈʃiː/
What Does Banshee Mean?
Banshee is a noun that means A female spirit, usually taking the form of a woman whose mournful wailing warns of an impending death. It can also mean A noisy or ill-tempered woman.
Banshee: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /bænˈʃiː/ |
| Plural | banshees |
Banshee Definition (Noun)
- A female spirit, usually taking the form of a woman whose mournful wailing warns of an impending death.
- A noisy or ill-tempered woman.
Noun
- (Irish folklore) A female spirit, usually taking the form of a woman whose mournful wailing warns of an impending death.
Synonyms of Banshee
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Banshee synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
banshee (plural banshees)
Words That Rhyme With Banshee
Origin of Banshee
Borrowed from Irish bean sí, from Old Irish ben síde (literally “woman of the fairy mound”). The term banshee entered English in 1771.