The Open Dictionary

Celt

noun

UK/kelt/
US/kelt/

Definitions of Celt noun

  1. Countable

    A person who is a member of the western European people who inhabited ancient Britain before the Roman occupation.

    • Archaeologists have discovered many tools and weapons used by the Celts.

    • Many traditions in this region can be traced back to the time of the Celts.

    • Research shows that the Celts had a unique culture and social structure.

  2. Countable

    A person related to the ancient Celts of Britain, especially one from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, or Brittany.

    • She is proud of her Celtic heritage.

    • At the festival, many Celtic bands performed traditional music.

    • The city has many relics from the Celts.