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craigstane

nounnature

large projecting rock or crag

a prominent rock or crag — a large, projecting boulder or outcrop, often serving as a landmark

Example in use

A'll meet ye by the craigstane.

Pronunciation

Say it like this

/KRAYG-stayn/

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Origin & context

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