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Definition of powerscourt

powerscourt

/ˈpaʊ.ɚzˌkɔːrt/
pow · ers · court
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powerscourt Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Irish A prominent historical country estate and grand Palladian house located in Enniskerry, County Wicklow, Ireland, internationally renowned for its extensive, meticulously landscaped gardens.

Example

"During our trip to Ireland, we spent an entire afternoon exploring the magnificent terraces and Japanese gardens at the Powerscourt Estate."

2

Irish A renowned cascading waterfall on the River Dargle in County Wicklow, Ireland, which stands as the highest waterfall in Ireland and historically forms part of the Powerscourt Estate.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the surname of the Anglo-Norman 'le Poer' (Power) family, who owned the site in the 13th century, combined with 'court', denoting a manor, castle, or grand estate.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Powerscourt. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 20, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/powerscourt
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