sept Synonyms
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sept Meaning
Wordnet
sept (n)
the month following August and preceding October
people descended from a common ancestor
Webster
sept (n.)
A clan, tribe, or family, proceeding from a common progenitor; -- used especially of the ancient clans in Ireland.
sept Sentence Examples
- The sept of MacKinnon originated in the Isle of Skye.
- The sept's lands stretched along the shores of Loch Alsh.
- Members of the sept traditionally wore the MacKenzie tartan.
- The sept played a significant role in Scottish history.
- The sept's chieftain held the title of Laird of MacKinnon.
- The sept's motto was "Audentes Fortuna Juvat" (Fortune Favors the Bold).
- The sept's rallying cry was "Cuimhnich Bas Ailein Duibh" (Remember the Death of Black Allan).
- The sept's crest was a stag's head affront.
- The sept's war cry was "Sluagh Armuinn MacKinnon" (The Gallant Host of MacKinnon).
- The sept's emblem was a sprig of fir.
FAQs About the word sept
the month following August and preceding October, people descended from a common ancestorA clan, tribe, or family, proceeding from a common progenitor; -- used
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The sept of MacKinnon originated in the Isle of Skye.
The sept's lands stretched along the shores of Loch Alsh.
Members of the sept traditionally wore the MacKenzie tartan.
The sept played a significant role in Scottish history.
