Dumfries
Americannoun
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Also called Dumfriesshire. a historic county in S Scotland.
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a burgh of Dumfries and Galloway in S Scotland: burial place of Robert Burns.
noun
Example Sentences
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Nicholson made no comment as he left Dumfries Sheriff Court.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
In 2024 his firm TN Trawlers - based in Annan, Dumfries and Galloway - was the subject of a BBC Scotland and Radio 4 investigation into claims of mistreatment of foreign workers.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Jane Dickerson, who works with Port William Inshore Rescue in Dumfries and Galloway said the recent spate of fatal water incidents was "absolutely heartbreaking".
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Ben Glen, who was afraid of water and could not swim, died in the River Nith in Dumfries at the end of April - eight days after his 18th birthday.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Sir Walter,' I answered, 'places were dear and ill to get: I am told it was a magnificent scene: but having seen the procession of King Crispin at Dumfries, I was satisfied.'
From Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 by Lockhart, J. G. (John Gibson)
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