The term COLLEGE GAEL is composed of five crossword solutions: IONA (4 letters), CELT (4 letters), ERSE (4 letters), EIRE (4 letters), and LASS (4 letters). IONA is an island off the west coast of Scotland, which is home to a famous monastery. CELT is an abbreviation for Celtic, a group of languages spoken in parts of Europe, including Ireland and Scotland. ERSE is another name for the Irish language, which is part of the Celtic language family. EIRE is the Irish word for Ireland. Lastly, LASS is a Scottish term for a young woman. Together, these five crossword solutions form the term COLLEGE GAEL, which refers to a college or university that specializes in Gaelic culture and language.