Faroes
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- proper noun
- The Faroes are an autonomous region of Denmark, some 400 miles north of Scotland.
Examples
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I plan to visit the Faroes next summer to explore their stunning landscapes.
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Many tourists are drawn to the Faroes for their unique culture and breathtaking scenery.
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So, how long are you going to stay with us on the Faroes, Professor Flinders?
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Well, look at the Icelandics and the Faroes and the Norwegians.
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One such example of the extreme isolation experienced in the Faroes is the village of Gsadalur, as photographed here.
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The climate was probably a little milder than today, and, as on the Faroes, part of the fertile, low-lying land has now disappeared into the sea.
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The Faroes are an autonomous region of Denmark, located in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Synonyms
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A group of islands in the North Atlantic that govern themselves but belong to Denmark
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A group of islands in the North Atlantic that govern themselves and belong to Denmark
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Faroes comes from the Old Norse name Færeyjar, made of fær 'sheep' and ey 'island'. So the name means 'sheep islands', which helps you remember that the Faroe Islands are a group of North Atlantic islands known for their many sheep.