cairn

• Sustantivo con dos significados distintos: un montón de piedras usado como mojón o monumento, o una pequeña raza de terrier de pelo áspero originaria de Escocia.

A noun with two distinct meanings: a pile of stones used as a landmark or memorial, or a small, rough-haired terrier breed originating from Scotland.

1. Stone moundB2formal

   A pile of stones, often conical, built as a memorial, landmark, or to mark a trail or boundary.

   Montículo de piedras

   • Hikers built a small cairn at the summit to mark the trail.
   • Ancient cairns can be found across the Scottish Highlands.
   • The cairn served as a guide for travelers crossing the moor.

2. Dog breedB2formal

   A small, rough-haired breed of terrier originally from Scotland, known for its alert and hardy nature.

   cairn terrier

   • The Cairn Terrier is a lively and intelligent dog breed.
   • She adopted a cairn from the local animal shelter.
   • Cairns are known for their distinctive shaggy coat and playful personality.

   Sinónimoscairn terrier