Irish Enclaves
Definition
Irish Enclaves refer to neighborhoods or communities outside of Ireland that have a high concentration of Irish immigrants or people of Irish descent. These enclaves often maintain strong cultural ties to Ireland.
Analogy
Imagine if you moved to a new city but found a neighborhood where everyone loved the same sports team as you, celebrated the same traditions, and even made your favorite hometown dishes. That's what an Irish enclave is like for someone from Ireland - it's a little piece of home in a foreign land.
Related terms
Diaspora: The dispersion or spread of any people from their original homeland.
Immigration: The action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.
Ethnic Neighborhoods: Areas within cities that are culturally distinct from the larger city and are often inhabited by members of a specific ethnic group.
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