(originally in ancient Irish religion and mythology) A (generally magical) vow, obligation or injunction placed upon someone to do or not do something, which typically brings harm if violated and blessings if obeyed.

plural of geis / plural of geas / (nonstandard) Synonym of geas or geis, mistakenly treated as a singular.

(rare or dialectal) Rare; uncommon; scarce. / (UK dialectal) Difficult to procure; scant; sparing. / (rare or dialectal) Unusual; wonderful.

plural of geas / plural of gease

Alternative form of geas

A village in County Offaly, Ireland.