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Meaning of McAlpine's Fusiliers | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The Irish immigrant labour force in Britain in the early 20th century.

Ireland, UK, informal, plural, plural-only

Examples

“He'd left his homeland at fifteen, seeking his fortune on the motorways of Britain with McAlpine's Fusiliers before migrating to Sydney.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

mcalpineite McAmis McAmnesty McAnally McAnany McAndie