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It can be argued that several words and phrases came from Irish.

First, there needs to be an understanding that Irish (like Welsh and Scots) is part of the Gaelic language, actually uncommon dialects within the language. Words like "whiskey" have a direct meaning in Gaelic - the translation is "water of life".

Other words. Donneybrook (a huge fight/brawl) Berserk (violent, crazed) - origin is thought to be from early invasions of Ireland by the Vikings, who were considered crazed warriors, or "Berserkers". How they got 'crazed' is open to debate - some people think eating hallucinogenic mushrooms.

Phrases: "Bob's your uncle" - based on political antics performed by the British during their rule of the country.

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