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Minch

American

[minch] / mɪntʃ /

noun

a sea channel between mainland Scotland and the Outer Hebrides islands. 25–45 miles (40–70 km) wide.

Minch British

/ mɪntʃ /

noun

a channel of the Atlantic divided into the North Minch between the mainland of Scotland and the Isle of Lewis, and the Little Minch between the Isle of Skye and Harris and North Uist

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Example Sentences

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For islanders the ship offered new standards of comfort and modernity, its lights blazing brightly as it crossed the Little Minch.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2024

I had tracked down Tamariz through his English-language editor, Stephen Minch, who warned that it might be difficult to coordinate with the Maestro, given the number of projects he had underway.

From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2023

Wounded Tigrayans were taken to three hospitals, survivors said: Arba Minch General Hospital, Soddo Christian Hospital and another hospital in Soddo.

From Washington Post • Dec. 5, 2022

Steinbrenner also served as chairman of Minch Transit Co. and vice president of Mid-Florida Hotels Corp.

From Washington Times • Apr. 14, 2020

“I’ll look into it. Something has to be done around here,” said Mr. Minch, as he returned to his office.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary

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