Ollam

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In Irish Ollam or Ollamh (anglicised Ollave or Ollav), is a master in a particular trade or skill. In early Irish Literature it generally refers to the highest rank of Fili. In modern Irish it means "professor".

Ollamh Fodhla, meaning "great teacher," was used to designate various prominent men throughout history.

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