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shetland

/ˈʃɛt.lənd/

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noun

/ˈʃɛt.lənd/B1formalbritish
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее архипелаг из примерно 100 островов в Северной Атлантике у северного побережья Шотландии, или небольшая овчарка, напоминающая колли, выведенная на Шетландских островах.

A proper noun referring to an archipelago of about 100 islands in the North Atlantic off the north coast of Scotland, or a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland Islands.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. ArchipelagoB1formalbritish

    A group of about 100 islands located in the North Atlantic Ocean, north of Scotland.

    ruШетландские острова

    • Shetland is known for its rugged coastline and wildlife.
    • The ferry connects the Shetland Islands to the Scottish mainland.
    • Many tourists visit Shetland to see the ancient archaeological sites.

    Synonymszetland

  2. Dog breedB1formal

    A small breed of sheepdog resembling a miniature collie, originally developed in the Shetland Islands.

    ruШетланд

    • Shetland sheepdogs are intelligent and loyal companions.
    • The Shetland is a popular breed for families due to its gentle nature.
    • She adopted a Shetland from the local animal shelter.

    Synonymsshetland sheepdog

Forms
  • shetlands plural form
  • shetlands' possessive plural form
  • shetland's possessive singular form