noun
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a native of the Highlands of Scotland
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a member of a Scottish Highland regiment
Etymology
Origin of Highlander
Example Sentences
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The Highlander girls took third, fourth and fifth in the 500 freestyle and closed strong with a winning 3:42.78 effort in the 400 freestyle relay.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2026
Allan Macdonald, who runs The Hungry Gull in Staffin, said he grew up watching the original Highlander and even had neighbours who starred as extras.
From BBC ● May 1, 2026
The family considered offers from around 40 companies before choosing Highlander Partners.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 12, 2026
The Grand Highlander Hybrid enjoys Toyota’s advantage in hybrid technology.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 8, 2026
I got into Nicole Castro’s car, eyeing the Highlander.
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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