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A: The word comes from the Irish word 'Seamrog' diminutive of seamer--a clover. Sham*rock Any of certain clovers or clover-like plants with leaves in clusters of three that is used as the emblem of Ireland. This meaning dates from the year 1577. Saint Patrick, Bishop of Ireland, Founder of our Saint Patrick's Day used the Shamork to show the Irish Chiftons (Ancient Kelts) the meaning (Concept) of the Holy Trinity.