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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The steel-cutting of the first of two ferries which will operate on a CalMac's service across the Little Minch between Skye, Uist and Harris also took place the same day.

From BBC • May 24, 2023

One of Tamariz’s current engagements, Minch mentioned, was a documentary about his life and work being produced by R. Paul Wilson, a Scottish magician and filmmaker.

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

Matt had been part of the hotel as long as he could remember, much longer than either Mr. Minch or Ryan’s mother.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary

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