lochan

Meanings

• noun

  A freshwater loch or lake in Scotland.

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Variants

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lochan , lochans

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Etymology

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From the Scottish Gaelic 'loch' meaning 'lake' or 'pool'.

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Trivia

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1. The largest lochan in Scotland is Loch Morar, with a surface area of 12 miles.

2. The Gaelic word 'lochan' can also mean a pool or pond.

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1. Loch Ness: A famous freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands, famous for its legend of a monster living in its depths.

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Culture

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In Scottish Gaelic folklore, lochans are believed to be the homes of water spirits or 'selkies'.

How to Memorize "lochan"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a calm, clear Scottish lake surrounded by hills and forests.

2. associate
   

   - Think of Scotland, lakes, and the Scottish Gaelic language.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember: Loch = Lake in Scottish Gaelic.

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