Shetland
Definition
- Proper noun:
- An archipelago of about 100 islands in the North Atlantic: A group of islands located northeast of mainland Scotland, known for their rugged landscape and distinct cultural identity.
- Noun (often capitalized):
- A small sheepdog resembling a collie: A breed of herding dog, also called the Shetland Sheepdog or "Sheltie," originally developed in the Shetland Islands. It is known for its intelligence, thick coat, and resemblance to a miniature Rough Collie.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Shetland has a unique Norse-influenced history.
- The traditional knitwear from Shetland is world-famous.
- Noun (breed):
- Their Shetland is very obedient and good with children.
- She trains her Shetland for agility competitions.
Advanced Usage
- "Shetland pony": A specific, small, sturdy breed of pony originating from the Shetland Islands.
- The children learned to ride on a gentle Shetland pony.
- "Shetland wool": A fine, soft wool from sheep bred in the Shetland Islands, used notably in "Shetland knitwear."
- This sweater is made from pure Shetland wool.
Variants and Related Words
- Shetlander (noun): A person from the Shetland Islands.
- Sheltie (noun): A common informal name for a Shetland Sheepdog.
- Shetland Sheepdog (noun): The full name of the dog breed.
Synonyms
- For the archipelago: Shetland Islands, the Shetlands.
- For the dog breed: Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog.
Related Phrases
- "North of the Shetlands": A phrase sometimes used in weather or maritime reports to denote areas farther north than the archipelago.
- The storm is forming north of the Shetlands.
Noun
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a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland Islands
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an archipelago of about 100 islands in the North Atlantic off the north coast of Scotland
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