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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"We sat down and it was fantastic," said Leith, explaining he had "a big book" with every visit they'd ever made logged, detailing every tiny observation.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

The UK Wife Carrying Race takes place on Sunday at 10:15 GMT at The Nower in Dorking, ahead of the Leith Hill half marathon.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

After days of speculation, the popular British baking show posted an announcement to their social channels confirming that Lawson will replace Prue Leith, who she would be leaving the show after nine years last week.

From Salon • Jan. 27, 2026

Former judge Prue Leith added her congratulations saying, “I was so hoping it would be Nigella! Brilliant choice.”

From Salon • Jan. 27, 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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