First Known Use: 1876
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ulster
noun ul·ster \ˈəl-stər\
Definition of ULSTER
: a long loose overcoat of Irish origin made of heavy material (as frieze)
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Origin of ULSTER
Ulster, Ireland
Ulster
geographical name Ul·ster \ˈəl-stər\
Definition of ULSTER
1
region N Ireland (island) comprising Northern Ireland & N Ireland (republic); ancient kingdom, later a province comprising nine counties, three of which in 1921 joined Irish Free State (now Ireland) while the rest remained with United Kingdom
2
province N Ireland (republic) comprising counties Cavan, Donegal, & Monaghan area 3093 square miles (8042 square kilometers), pop 246,714
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