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Shetland Common

Shetland has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

an archipelago of about 100 islands in the North Atlantic off the north coast of Scotland

"We drove down to Shetland for a weekend, hoping the crisp North Atlantic air would clear our heads."

2

a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland Islands

"The farmer used his shetland to herd the flock across the rocky fields, its wiry coat perfectly suited for the harsh island weather."

3

A particular breed of pony.

"The sweater was made of soft shetland that felt light and airy against my skin."

4

Lightweight, loosely twisted wool fabric.

Proper Noun
1

The Shetland Islands.

"After a long winter, we finally sailed from Scotland to visit family in the rugged landscape of the Shetland Islands."

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