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Urquhart
UR-kuht
Urquhart (name) means a Scottish surname, derived from a place name in the Scottish Highlands meaning "on the wooded height.". Example: “Urquhart Castle sits on the shore of Loch Ness.”
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A Scottish surname, derived from a place name in the Scottish Highlands meaning "on the wooded height."
"Urquhart Castle sits on the shore of Loch Ness."
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Word forms
- Plural
- Urquharts
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_____ Castle sits on the shore of Loch Ness.
Etymology
Probably from Pictish, equivalent to Welsh ar (“on”) plus cardden (“enclosure”).
Frequently asked questions
What does “Urquhart” mean?
The word “Urquhart” means a Scottish surname, derived from a place name in the Scottish Highlands meaning "on the wooded height.".
How do you pronounce “Urquhart”?
“Urquhart” is pronounced UR-kuht (/ˈɜː(ɹ)kə(ɹ)t/ in IPA).
How do you use “Urquhart” in a sentence?
Here is “Urquhart” used in a sentence: “Urquhart Castle sits on the shore of Loch Ness.”
What part of speech is “Urquhart”?
“Urquhart” is a name.
