Leith

American

[leeth] / liθ /

noun

a seaport in SE Scotland, on the Firth of Forth: now part of Edinburgh.

Leith British

/ liːθ /

noun

a port in SE Scotland, on the Firth of Forth: part of Edinburgh since 1920

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She added that Lawson is "just as confident as Leith but a much quieter, more soothing presence that works perfectly with Alison Hammond's ebullience and Paul Hollywood's teacher-ish vibe".

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

Sir Sean's son Jason is also the co-owner of First Stage Studio a film studio based in Edinburgh's Port of Leith.

From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026

Dame Prue Leith is celebrating her perceived joys of the golden years as she prepares to discuss "Growing Old Disgracefully" with fellow authors Gyles Brandreth and Kathy Lette.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026

A campaign for businesses in Leith and Newhaven will also be rolled out through the coming months and into the winter festive period to provide support.

From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026

Mom and Jack are married, and Jack’s last name is Leith.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

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