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Cheviots

Cheviots

1 7.5
A group of hills on the border between England and Scotland
  • proper noun
: Cheviots
  • The Cheviots form a natural barrier between northern England and southern Scotland.

Examples

  • Many rivers, including the Tweed, have their sources in the Cheviots.

  • The Cheviots are a stunning range of hills.

  • We went hiking in the Cheviots last summer and enjoyed the breathtaking scenery.

  • Many hikers enjoy the beauty of the Cheviots.

  • The Cheviots are known for their breathtaking views and rich wildlife.

  • Many rivers, including the Tweed, have their sources in the Cheviots.

  • We went hiking in the Cheviots last summer and enjoyed the breathtaking scenery.

Synonyms

Cheviot Hills
vsCheviots
1 7.6

A range of hills on the border between northern England and southern Scotland

highlights scenic views and the hills' role as source of the River Tweed

Surface Forms

Cheviots main

Etymology

Cheviots names the hills on the border between England and Scotland and likely comes from an old local word for the high 'ridge'. A helpful way to remember it is that these same hills gave their name to the tough Cheviot sheep and their wool, so Cheviots makes you think of rugged, woolly hills.