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Hebrides

HEHB-ruh-deez

Hebrides (name) means a group of islands off the west coast of Scotland, split into the Inner and Outer Hebrides. Example: “They spent the summer sailing around the Hebrides.”

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A group of islands off the west coast of Scotland, split into the Inner and Outer Hebrides.
"They spent the summer sailing around the Hebrides."
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Etymology

From a Latin name (Hebudes), likely altered by a copying error over the centuries; its earlier origin may be Pre-Celtic or Celtic.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hebrides” mean?

The word “Hebrides” means a group of islands off the west coast of Scotland, split into the Inner and Outer Hebrides.

How do you pronounce “Hebrides”?

“Hebrides” is pronounced HEHB-ruh-deez (/ˈhɛbɹədiːz/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hebrides” in a sentence?

Here is “Hebrides” used in a sentence: “They spent the summer sailing around the Hebrides.”

What part of speech is “Hebrides”?

“Hebrides” is a name.

Where does the word “Hebrides” come from?

The word “Hebrides” comes from Latin. From a Latin name (Hebudes), likely altered by a copying error over the centuries; its earlier origin may be Pre-Celtic or Celtic.

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