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cairngorm Definition

cairn·gorm (kerngôrm′)

noun

a yellow or brown variety of quartz, used as a gem

Etymology: after Cairngorm mountain and range in NE Scotland, where orig. found < Gael carngorm < cairn + gorm, blue, azure

cairngorm Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • take: Ms Diack said: " Take Cairngorm for example; the Gaelic is An Carn Gorm and this means the Blue Mountain.

Adjective modifier

  • new: However, there were other calls for ownership to be passed to the new Cairngorm National Park Authority.
  • southern: SOUTHERN CAIRNGORMS Please observe restrictions that are in place regarding Foot and Mouth precautions.
  • mighty: The mighty Cairngorm Mountains tower above the clear waters of Loch Morlich.
  • northern: Detailed information for each area effected follows: NORTHERN CAIRNGORMS Please use the N. Corries footpath for access and disinfect boots where facilities exist.

Modifies a noun

  • massif: Walk from your door deep into the forests of Inshriach or high into the wilderness of the Cairngorm massif.
  • funicular: The Cairngorm funicular case referred to under above Question 1b is a case in point.
  • plateau: This course will take place across the Cairngorm plateau in winter conditions.
  • mountain: Cairngorm mountain is home to the UK's only wild herd of reindeer.
  • ski: I would like the Cairngorm ski area to flourish.
  • area: I would like the Cairngorm ski area to flourish.

Noun used with modifier

  • name: However, the name Cairngorm means blue mountain as the peak apparently looks blue from a distance.

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