Paddy’s Wigwam

Paddy’s Wigwam

PAD-eez WIG-wam ˈpadiz ˈwɪɡwam
Noun

The Catholic Cathedral.

Etymology & History

Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral nickname. Distinctive tent-like architecture. Paddy refers to Irish Catholic community.

Word Details

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Region
Liverpool
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Era
1960s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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