West Highland

American

noun

any of a breed of small, hardy, usually dun-colored, shaggy-haired beef cattle with long, widespread horns, able to withstand the cold and sparse pasturage of its native western Scottish uplands.

Etymology

Origin of West Highland

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

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West Highland line services between Glasgow, Oban and Mallaig and services between Inverness and Kyle of Lochalsh were facing the biggest disruption.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2025

West Highland Drive saw the highest number of homes severely affected, with 33 out of 50.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

Experts on the West Highland Way say Robert's achievement is "unparalleled".

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2025

West Highland Drive saw the highest number of homes severely impacted, with 33 out of 50.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2024

A few notes about West Highland giants must end this account of wonder creatures in this region.

From Fairy Tales; Their Origin and Meaning With Some Account of Dwellers in Fairyland by Bunce, John Thackray

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