Irish twins
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
Originally used to mock the fertility of Irish Catholic families. It references a perception about families of Irish Catholics who may not use birth control (and thus may have children in quicker succession).
[edit] Noun
- Plural form of Irish twin.
[edit] Usage notes
- The term is not used in Ireland.
- The term can also be used more generally to refer to any siblings born close together, particularly within the same calendar year.
