St. Patrick's Day Vocabulary
St. Patrick- a religious figure that was said to bring Christianity to Ireland. He is a notable figure in Irish history and a symbol of Ireland.
Shamrock- a green multi-leaf plant. Otherwise known as a clover, if one finds a four-leafed clover, it is said to bring luck
Leprechaun- a magical creature that is said to cause mischief and hide pots of gold at the end of rainbows. A figure in Irish folklore and culture, their images are often used as decor on St. Patrick’s Day
Corned beef and cabbage- a traditional Irish dish eaten on St. Patrick’s Day