Battle of Bannockburn
- noun
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Batalla de Bannockburn
- Thousands gathered to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn.
Examples
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The Battle of Bannockburn marked a turning point in Scotland's struggle for independence.
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Historians still discuss the tactics used at the Battle of Bannockburn.
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The Battle of Bannockburn was a turning point in Scottish history.
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Did you know that the Battle of Bannockburn took place in 1314?
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The Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 was a critical moment in Scottish history, marking their fight for independence.
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Robert the Bruce led the Scottish army to victory at the Battle of Bannockburn, ensuring freedom from English rule.
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During the Battle of Bannockburn, Scottish forces displayed remarkable courage against the English invaders.
Synonyms
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A 1314 battle in Scotland where the Scots beat the English and won Scottish independence
Surface Forms
Morphology
battle + of + Bannockburn
The headword is a straightforward composition of 'battle' (a large armed fight) and a place name 'Bannockburn', so the basic meaning 'a battle that took place at Bannockburn' is directly derivable from the constituents. While specific historical details (date, outcome, significance) are not predictable from the words, the referential event meaning follows the common 'battle of [place]' pattern and is immediately comprehensible to learners who know the parts.
Etymology
The Battle of Bannockburn was a big fight in 1314 near Stirling, Scotland. Robert the Bruce led a smaller Scottish army that used soft, wet ground and tight ranks of soldiers with long spears to stop the larger English force, so the Scots won a key victory that helped secure Scotland's 'independence'.