Bràthair-màthar etymology

Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Gaelic word bràthair-màthar comes from Scottish Gaelic màthair (Cause, source. Dam (of a beast). Mother.), Scottish Gaelic bràthair (Brother, male sibling.)

Etymology of bràthair-màthar

Detailed word origin of bràthair-màthar

Dictionary entry Language Definition
màthair Scottish Gaelic (gla) Cause, source. Dam (of a beast). Mother.
bràthair Scottish Gaelic (gla) Brother, male sibling.
bràthair-màthar Scottish Gaelic (gla) Maternal uncle.