Ogham

/ˈɑːɡəm/

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Ogham is a very old form of writing, so it's mainly found in historical studies or contexts.

Researchers deciphered the ogham inscriptions to learn about ancient Irish history.

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Understanding ogham can give insights into Celtic cultural heritage and early medieval history.

Visiting the museum, I saw an ogham stone that detailed Celtic rituals.

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Ogham is distinctive with its series of lines and notches; it looks unlike modern alphabets.

The ogham characters carved on the pillar appeared as a series of mysterious notches.

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