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crannog

Syllabification: (cran·nog)
Pronunciation: /ˈkranˌôg, -əg/

Definition of crannog

noun

  • an ancient fortified dwelling constructed in a lake or marsh in Scotland or Ireland.

Origin:

early 17th century: from Irish crannóg, Scottish Gaelic crannag 'timber structure', from crann 'tree, beam'

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