Scotland
ˈskɒtlənd
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Definition of Scotland - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
namesurname indicating family origins in the UK country
  • Her last name is Scotland, indicating her heritage.
family name surname
2.
geographycountry in the UK, north of England
  • Scotland is famous for its beautiful landscapes.
country nation
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Expressions with Scotland

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mountainous area located in northern Scotland
The Highlands of Scotland are known for their stunning landscapes.
area in southern Scotland known for its flat lands
The Lowlands of Scotland are famous for their beautiful landscapes.
metropolitan police headquarters and detective organization in London
Reporters waited outside Scotland Yard for the detectives' statement.

Origin of Scotland

Old English, Scottas (Gaelic tribe) + land (land)

Terms with Scotland included in their meaning

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UKacr.
acr: United Kingdom
country made up of England Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland
Scotland England
savoury flat cake made from flour and potatoes
traditional clothing
clothes worn in Scotland for special events
agriculture
breed of black, hornless cattle from Scotland
scottish meal
fish and chips meal, especially in Scotland
GBacr.
acr: Great Britain
island country in Europe made up of England, Scotland, and Wales
british countries
the countries of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
Scottish lake
lake in Scotland

Examples of Scotland in a sentence

  • Scotland is a common surname in the region.
  • Scotland hosts numerous cultural festivals annually.
  • The history of Scotland is rich and fascinating.

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  1. French:Scotland, Écosse, ...
  2. German:Scotland, Schottland, ...
  3. Italian:Scotland, Scozia, ...
  4. Spanish:Scotland, Escocia, ...
  5. Portuguese:Scotland, Escócia, ...
  6. Chinese:苏格兰, ...
  7. Japanese:スコットランド, ...
  8. Arabic:سْكُوتْلَنْد, اسكتلندا, ...
  9. Hebrew:סְקוֹטְלַנְד, ...
  10. Russian:Шотландия, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Шотландія, ...
  12. Hindi:स्कॉटलैंड, ...
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