Dunfermline
Americannoun
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an administrative district in E Scotland, in the Fife region. 120 sq. mi. (311 sq. km).
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a city in this district, near the Firth of Forth.
noun
Example Sentences
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Aaron's family are now staying in Dunfermline, following a spell at an Airbnb in Grangemouth.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Robbie McSkimming, born and raised in Dunfermline, Fife, is a committed Scotland supporter and has cheered on the team against England at Hampden.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
It was dropped off at an industrial estate and driven by Murrell to his mother's address in Dunfermline, where it remained until it was seized by police on 5 April 2023.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Then, at Hampden two weeks ago, O'Neill won his ninth trophy as Celtic manager with a 3-1 win over Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Cup final.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
The story is told in Seton's "Life of the Earl of Dunfermline," and it will be appreciated that the quotation by our "British Solomon" of this ancient adage was very neatly put in.
From Proverb Lore Many sayings, wise or otherwise, on many subjects, gleaned from many sources by Hulme, F. Edward (Frederick Edward)
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