English words of Gaelic origin

Guess the English words below from the descriptions provided. The first letter and the number of letters in the word are also given as further clues.
All words have their origins (at least arguably) in Irish, Scottish or a precursor Goidelic language (like old Irish).
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A spirit from Irish folklore whose wailing warns of impending death (B, 7)
Banshee
A low-heeled type of shoe with ornamental perforations (B, 6)
Brogue
An elongated hill left by a glacier (D, 7)
Drumlin
Very small pieces. Break into ______ (S, 11)
Smithereens
A group defined by family ties, particularly associated with Scotland (C, 4)
Clan
Marsh or swamp (B, 3)
Bog
A type of clover symbolic of Ireland (S, 8)
Shamrock
Mournful wailing (K, 7)
Keening
In abundance, aplenty. (G, 6)
Galore
Figure in Irish folklore, particularly associated with having pots of gold at the end of the rainbow (L, 10)
Leprechaun
A narrow valley (G, 4)
Glen
A distinctive phrase, frequently used in advertising (S, 6)
Slogan
A type of liquor made from grain mash (W, 6/7)
Whiskey
An article of clothing covering the legs (T, 8)
Trousers
Informal name for a member of the UK Conservative Party (T, 4)
Tory
Chaotic commotion, loud din (H, 6)
Hubbub
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Level 82
Aug 7, 2024
You say 6/7 but you don't actually accept whisky!
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Aug 7, 2024
I used to know a young man called Brogan. I can't imagine why anyone thought that was a good idea!