0 a person of Celtic origin who speaks Gaelic (= a group of languages spoken in parts of Ireland and Scotland) or whose family spoke Gaelic:
Gaels dominate folk music.
The Gaels have a phrase for a cold spell in early May.
If you're not born Gaelic you'll never be a Gael.
The Romans never invaded Ireland so the Gaels remained isolated.
Many Scots Gaels emigrated to Nova Scotia in the 18th century.
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