faeroes

• Sustantivo propio que designa un grupo de 21 islas volcánicas en el Atlántico Norte, entre Islandia y las islas Shetland, que constituye un territorio autónomo perteneciente a Dinamarca.

A proper noun referring to a group of 21 volcanic islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland and the Shetland Islands, which is a self-governing colony that is a possession of Denmark.

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1. Self-governing territoryB2formal

   A self-governing archipelago that is part of the Kingdom of Denmark, located in the North Atlantic.

   Islas Feroe

   • The Faeroes have their own parliament and flag.
   • Many tourists visit the Faeroes for their stunning landscapes.
   • The Faeroes maintain a distinct cultural identity within Denmark.

2. Volcanic island groupB2formal

   A group of 18 volcanic islands (commonly referred to as 21) situated between Iceland and the Shetland Islands.

   Islas Feroe

   • The Faeroes are known for their dramatic cliffs and fjords.
   • The islands of the Faeroes were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago.
   • Sheep outnumber people in the Faeroes.

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