HeyRuaHow to say “incinerator” in Irish
- Irish:
- loisceoir
- English:
- incinerator, burner
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LISH-kyohr” /ˈl̠ʲɪʃc(ə)oːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- loisceoirí (incinerators)
- Genitive singular:
- loisceora, an loisceora (e.g. simléar an loisceora, the chimney of the incinerator)
- Genitive plural:
- loisceoirí, na loisceoirí (e.g. astaíochtaí loisceoirí, emissions from incinerators)
What does “loisceoir” mean?
“Loisceoir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- incinerator
- A furnace or plant in which waste is burned.Also: waste burner, furnace.
1 other meaning: burner
- 2burner
- A person or device that burns something.Also: person who burns.
“Loisceoir” with the article
The plural of incinerator in Irish is loisceoirí. Here is loisceoir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Loisceoir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using loisceoir, the Irish word for incinerator.
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Incinerator in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for incinerator?
The Irish for incinerator is loisceoir (pronounced “LISH-kyohr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is loisceoirí. Depending on context it can also mean burner.
How do you pronounce loisceoir in Irish?
Loisceoir is said like “LISH-kyohr” (IPA /ˈl̠ʲɪʃc(ə)oːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of incinerator in Irish?
The plural of loisceoir is loisceoirí; with the article, na loisceoirí means “the incinerators”. The genitive plural is loisceoirí, as in astaíochtaí loisceoirí (emissions from incinerators).
Does loisceoir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Loisceoir can mean incinerator or burner, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'loisceoir' related to the verb 'loisc'?
It comes from 'loisc' (burn, scorch) with the agent suffix '-eoir', so 'loisceoir' literally means 'burner'; the verbal noun is 'loscadh'.
