Moire
French
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Μοῖρα (Moîra), plural Μοῖραι (Moîrai, “the Moirai”).
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /mwɑʁ/, /mwaʁ/
Scottish Gaelic
Alternative forms
Etymology
From Maria.
Usage notes
- Both these words are translated into English as Mary, but Màiri is used as a given name, while Moire is reserved for the mother of Jesus Christ.
Derived terms
Related terms
See also
- Ìosa
- Eòsaph
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