Faeroes
Faroes
/ (ˈfɛərəʊz) /
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pl n
a group of 21 basalt islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland and the Shetland Islands: a self-governing community within the kingdom of Denmark; fishing. Capital: Thorshavn. Pop: 49 709 (2013 est). Area: 1400 sq km (540 sq miles)Also called: Faeroe Islands, Faroe Islands
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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Example sentences from the Web for Faeroes
The Grass has jumped two hundred miles, from the Faeroes to the Shetlands and we are menaced on three sides.
Greener Than You Think|Ward MooreThe Faeroes then already bore their name of Sheep Islands, as these animals had been found to flourish here exceedingly.
Denmark retained possession of the Faeroes at the peace of Kiel in 1815.