Shetland

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Definition
  1. 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.
  2. 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
  1. a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland Islands
  2. an archipelago of about 100 islands in the North Atlantic off the north coast of Scotland

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