Dictionary Entry
keen
nounFind the meaning of the word keen, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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an Irish term for a wailing lament for the dead
Example Sentence
At the funeral, the women began a haunting keen that echoed across the valley.
Usage Note
Use when describing traditional Irish mourning rituals or poetic expressions of grief.
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