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brannigan

[ bran-i-guh n ]

/ ˈbræn ɪ gən /

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noun

a carouse.

a squabble; brawl.

Origin of brannigan

First recorded in 1925–30; probably from proper name

Words nearby brannigan

brangus, branhamella, brank, branks, branle, brannigan, branny, branson, brant, brantford, branting

Example sentences from the Web for brannigan

He ducked his head and hoisted an elbow to ward off the expected retort; but Brannigan was too busy just then for any fooling.

Hoof and Claw |Charles G. D. Roberts
It was therefore something of a disappointment to find that Brannigan's shop was not open when they reached the quay.

Priscilla's Spies |George A. Birmingham
"Yes, it's the highest bit o' country fer miles round," murmured Brannigan dreamily, soaking in the sun.

The Secret Trails |Charles G. D. Roberts
In warm weather his endurance would have been, no doubt, equal to Brannigan's.

Hoof and Claw |Charles G. D. Roberts

We got Coach Brannigan to send you along with us on the cross-country jog, and your absurd dread of dogs, Hicks, made it easy!

T. Haviland Hicks Senior |J. Raymond Elderdice