a militant organization of Irish nationalists who used terrorism and guerilla warfare in an effort to drive British forces from Northern Ireland and achieve a united independent Ireland
"The IRA conducted a series of bombings across Belfast during the Troubles to force British troops out of Northern Ireland."
a retirement plan that allows you to contribute a limited yearly sum toward your retirement; taxes on the interest earned in the account are deferred
"My parents established an IRA so they could save money for their future without paying taxes on the earnings until they withdrew the funds."
Initialism of Irish Republican Army.
"Ira was named after her grandmother, a popular choice in many Slavic countries."
A captain of King David, a minor figure in the Bible mentioned in 2 Samuel 20:26.
A female given name from the Slavic languages
The name Ira originates from the Hebrew word 'ira, which means "watchful." It was adopted into English as a given name that retains this original sense of being vigilant.