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Strathspey

Strathspey

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A valley area in northeast Scotland along the River Spey
  • proper noun
  • /stræθˈspeɪ/
: Strathspey
  • Strathspey company
  • members of Strathspey

Examples

  • "As far as I know, we are the only Strathspey Society in the Gulf Region of the South," said Gunter.

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  • For the New Orleans Strathspey and Reel Society, this will be their 10-year anniversary in Jackson, and they plan to mix it up.

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  • Second, a reel followed by a Strathspey - Roscommon Reel and Miss Drummond.

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  • Being thematic is important to the Strathspey Society, and highlighting Scottish music is a major component of their mission as a non-profit organization; they often tie their performances closely to particular aspects of Caledonia rather than taking a more scattered approach.

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  • Dancing by the original branch—as pretty a version of the Lea Rig strathspey as I've ever seen.

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  • The breathtaking landscape of Strathspey draws visitors from around the world.

  • Many hikers enjoy exploring the trails in Strathspey, surrounded by stunning views of the River Spey.

  • During the summer, Strathspey hosts a variety of festivals celebrating Scottish culture.

Surface Forms

Strathspey main

Morphology

Strathspey = strath + Spey (transparent) = strath + Spey

The place name is a straightforward toponymic compound meaning the valley ('strath') of the River Spey, so knowing the base words yields the sense.

Etymology

The word Strathspey comes from the Scottish word strath, meaning 'broad valley', and the River Spey. So Strathspey simply means the 'valley of the Spey', which explains why the name is used for that region along the river.