Gaelic spirit who wails to foretell a death in the family Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Monday, June 17, 2019 · 43-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, June 17, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 17, 2019 · 43-Down · 7 letters
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(Irish folklore) a female spirit who wails to warn of impending death
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